For Immediate Release
Posted: December 20, 2024
Contact
Tyler Dumont, Public Information Officer
(603) 223-3641 | PIO@dos.nh.gov

NH State Police Holds Annual Awards Ceremony

CONCORD, NH – New Hampshire State Police Colonel Mark B. Hall awarded 17 of the division’s sworn personnel for outstanding performances.

During the Annual NHSP Award Ceremony, held in Concord on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, State Troopers received awards for outstanding performance, saving lives, investigative work, and other acts of bravery and heroism.

The following State Police personnel were awarded:

State Police Director's Award

  • Trooper Petros Lazos
  • Sergeant Kempes Corbally
  • Trooper Michael Andres
  • Trooper Brandon Rivard

Lifesaving Award

  • Sergeant Sean McCarthy
  • Trooper Stefan Wong-Wagner
  • Trooper Philip Sheehy
  • Trooper Benjamin Olmstead (2 Awards)
  • Trooper Matthew Field
  • Trooper Brandon Rivard

Medal of Meritorious Service

  • Sergeant Michael Cedrone
  • Sergeant Nicholas Levesque
  • Sergeant Gary Wood
  • Trooper Jacob Hunt
  • Trooper First Class James Powers
  • Trooper Aramus Caraballo

Medal of Valor

  • Trooper First Class Nathan Sleight

A special Recognition was also given to Retired Major Ernest “Ernie” Loomis, for his service contributions to the New Hampshire State Police and the wider community over his 27-year career and in the three decades since his retirement in 1990.

The members of the State Police congratulate all the recipients and truly appreciate their outstanding efforts in serving the citizens of New Hampshire.