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Hanover Township Police
1000 Route 10
Whippany, NJ 07981
973-428-2512
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The Hanover Township Police Department expects the highest levels of
professional conduct from all of its employees at all times. We also
believe that our members deserve to be recognized for excellence in
the performance of their assigned duties. Awards are presented in
recognition of the member's dedication to protecting and serving the
public.
The following is a list of awards given to members of the Hanover
Township Police Department.
Captain J. Shawn Waldron
On July 29, 1998, while off duty, Patrolman Waldron responded to
82 Grand Avenue, and revived an unresponsive 5 year old child. For
saving this child, Captain Waldron is awarded the Life Saving Pin.
Patrolman Ray Reisen
Patrolman Ray Reisen was the first responder to a structure fire
at 26 Knollwood Road on August 20, 1990. For his actions in
attempting to rescue victims trapped inside the house, Patrolman
Reisen is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
For the apprehension of a man who stabbed an individual at Pine
Plaza on July 13, 1996, Patrolman Ray Reisen is awarded an
Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolman Glen Yanovak
On July 7, 1999, while on routine patrol, Patrolman Yanovak
managed to charge one man with soliciting a prostitute, seize a 9mm
semi-automatic handgun, and rid our streets of a great deal of
heroin. For a job well done, Patrolman Yanovak is awarded an
Exceptional Duty pin.
Detective/Sergeant Tom Quirk
Detective Tom Quirk became involved investigating a pipe-bombing
incident in the Township on July 11, 2000. Based on his tenacious
efforts in bringing this case to a close, Det. Sgt. Tom Quirk is
awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolman Glen Yanovak
On August 26, 2000, Patrolman Glenn Yanovak became involved with
two suspicious males at the Howard Johnson's Hotel. The incident
escalated to a vehicle pursuit, to the K-9 unit being called in to
search a wooded area, and a foot pursuit. As a result of his
actions, a dangerous felon was arrested and returned to State
Prison. For his good work, Patrolman Yanovak is awarded an
Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolman Lou Zavaglia
Patrolman Lou Zavaglia became involved with a man who produced
false identification on November 26, 2000. As a result of his
investigation, Lou found the man to have active warrants, an
extensive criminal history with numerous aliases, and a charge of
strong-arm robbery. For his efforts to bring thing matter to
conclusion, Patrolman Zavaglia is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolmen Glen Yanovak and Joseph Quinn
For saving the life of a non-responsive female at 5 Lexington
Court on January 5, 2002, Patrolmen Glenn Yanovak and Joe Quinn are
each awarded a Life Saving pin.
Patrolman Lou Zavaglia
On January 14, 2002, Patrolman Lou Zavaglia stopped a suspicious
motor vehicle. The driver was involved in the promotion of
prostitution, and was further charged for driving while suspended,
possession of illegal drugs, and operating an unregistered and
uninsured vehicle. For this thoroughness in this case, Patrolman
Zavaglia is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Detective Sergeant Tom Quirk
For his hard work involving a case of documents being shipped
from New Jersey to Puerto Rico in July of 2002, Detective Sergeant
Tom Quirk is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Sergeant James Peslis
For a diligent investigation during a motor vehicle stop on July
28, 2002, which resulted in charges of possession of marijuana and
CDS, Sergeant Jim Peslis is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolman Glen Yanovak
On November 25, 2002, Patrolman Glenn Yanovak investigated a car
parked at the Wellesley Inn. As a result of his investigative and
observation skills, he arrested a subject who was charged with
possession of heroin and cocaine, and tampering with evidence. For
his actions, Patrolman Yanovak is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolmen John Schauder and Paul Gundersdorf
On February 15, 2003, Patrolmen John Schauder and Paul
Gundersdorf, using mouth to mouth resuscitation, revived an
unresponsive infant at 3 Sharon Drive. For their actions, John and
Paul are awarded Life Saving pins.
Patrolmen Glen Yanovak and Joseph Quinn
On April 13, 2003, Patrolmen Quinn and Yanovak became involved
with a driver who led them on a high-speed pursuit from Morris to
Essex County. For their diligence in identifying and pursuing a car
thief, for their driving and running skills, and for seeing the
pursuit through to apprehension, Patrolmen Quinn and Yanovak are
each awarded Exceptional Duty pins.
Patrolmen Joseph Quinn and Christopher Thompson
For their quick response on June 17, 2003 to 68 North Jefferson
Road, where they revived an unresponsive male, using both an AED and
CPR, Patrolmen Joe Quinn and Chris Thompson are awarded Life Saving
pins.
Patrolman Ryan Williams
On September 13, 2003, Patrolman Ryan Williams responded to PNC
Bank, and his actions not only deterred a possible bank robbery, but
also put the welfare of the employees and customers above his.
Patrolman Williams is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin for his
actions.
Patrolman Ray Reisen
Patrolman Ray Reisen initiated a stop on Rt.10 on October 4,
2003 for a motor vehicle violation. During the course of his
investigation, he recovered a hypodermic needle, numerous druggist
folds containing heroin and cocaine, and a bag containing one pound
of marijuana. For his thoroughness, Patrolman Reisen is awarded an
Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolmen Ryan Williams, John Schauder, Rick Duda and Paul
Gundersdorf
On November 23, 2003, while manning the Dispatch Desk, Patrolman
Ryan Williams received a report of an elderly man who had fallen.
Patrolman John Schauder, the first to arrive at Pine Plaza, reported
back that the man was unconscious, and he would begin CPR. He was
joined by Patrolmen Rick Duda, Paul Gundersdorf, and two civilian
assistants. For their tenacity in saving this man's life, Patrolmen
Williams, Schauder, Duda and Gundersdorf are each awarded a Life
Saving pin.
Patrolman Mike Loock
Patrolman Mike Loock was assigned to the Morris County Prosecutor's
Office Task Force in the last half of 2003. Mike was involved in
surveillance activity when a carjacking occurred. Along with another
officer, Mike was able to apprehend the suspect. For his actions,
Patrolman Loock is awarded an Exceptional Duty pin.
Patrolmen Chris Martino and Peter Hermans
For their quick response to 3804 Boxwood Court on January 23, 2004,
resulting in saving the life of a young child who had been injured
by her mother, Patrolmen Chris Martino and Pete Hermans are awarded
Life Saving pins.
Patrolmen Jim Grawehr and Robert Carpenter
For their quick response to 111 North Jefferson Road on August 14,
2005, where they used a defibrillator and their knowledge of CPR to
bring an unresponsive male back to life, Patrolmen Jim Grawehr and
Rob Carpenter are awarded Life Saving pins.
Sergeant Marty Zvolensky and Partrolmen Ryan Williams and Robert
Carpenter
On February 4, 2006, Sgt. Marty Zvolensky, and Patrolmen Ryan
Williams and Rob Carpenter responded to 41 Ridgedale Avenue on a
report of an unresponsive female. Using a defibrillator, these 3
officers were able to revive the victim. For their actions, all
three are awarded Life Saving pins.
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