Ocean City Police Lieutenant Graduates from FBI National Academy
OCEAN CITY, MD – (April 5, 2022): Ocean City Police Lieutenant Shawn Jones graduated from the FBI National Academy’s 281st Session in Quantico, Va., on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Lt. Jones was among 258 law enforcement officers from 45 states and the District of Columbia, 32 international countries, five military organizations, and six federal civilian organizations.
The Academy began in January and consisted of ten weeks of training focused on topics such as advanced communication, leadership, and fitness training. Since the academy began in 1935, a total of 53,181 graduates have completed the FBI National Academy.
“Lt. Shawn Jones has demonstrated honor and dedication throughout his law enforcement career. We recognize the prestigious nature of this accomplishment and look forward to him being an instrumental part of OCPD’s future and its commitment to provide outstanding service to the Ocean City community” said Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro.
Lt. Jones joined the Ocean City Police Department in 1998. He has served in both the Patrol Division and the Criminal Investigation Division. During his time with the Criminal Investigation Division, Lt. Jones has been assigned to the Vice/Narcotics, Major Crimes, and the Special Enforcement Unit. Lt. Jones is a state-certified instructor and defensive tactics instructor, he is currently the department’s defensive tactics coordinator. Lt. Jones has been a member of the Quick Response Team since 2000 and is currently the Assistant Team Commander. Lt. Jones holds a bachelor’s degree from Towson University. Lt. Jones is currently assigned as the Assistant Commander of the Criminal Investigation Division.
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