RPD Wellness Unit, Roswell Police Department

06/18/2026

Congratulations, Detective Shappard!

Roswell Police Department (RPD) Detective Matthew Shappard was awarded a Medal of Valor during this past Thursday's city council meeting.

06/17/2026

With temperatures climbing well over 100 degrees today, Bahama Buck's brought the cool-down to the Roswell Police Department by serving up energy drinks and dirty sodas to our officers and staff! ☀️🧊🥤
A huge thank you to Bahama Buck's for taking time out of their day to serve, visit, and spend time with the men and women who serve our very own community.
These small moments of connection mean more than you know. 💙
Now, let's settle an important debate... 👇
🚔 What drink keeps you going on those long or hotter days?
☕ Coffee?
⚡ Energy drinks?
🥤 Dirty sodas?
🫖 Tea?
💧 Or are you one of the rare few running on water and sheer determination?

Thank you again to everyone who helped make today a little brighter, a little cooler, and a lot more appreciated.

06/16/2026

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Officer Jones and Officer Flores to the Roswell Police Department! 🚔

Two of the newest RPD officers were sworn in Tuesday (June 16) at the police department. From left, Chief Alberto Aldana administered the oaths to Michael Jones and Jonathan Flores.

06/13/2026

Trauma changes us. But it doesn't have to define us.
Today, on National Post-Traumatic Growth Day, we recognize that difficult experiences can leave lasting impacts but they can also become catalysts for growth, resilience, and renewed purpose.
The Boulder Crest Foundation teaches that Post-Traumatic Growth is not about minimizing pain or pretending that trauma is a gift. It's about understanding that struggle and strength can exist at the same time. Growth doesn't happen because of trauma it happens through the intentional work of healing and making meaning from our experiences.
Post-Traumatic Growth focuses on five areas where positive change can occur:
• A deeper appreciation for life
• Stronger relationships and connection with others
• Greater personal strength
• Recognition of new possibilities
• Spiritual or personal development
For those in public safety, military service, healthcare, and helping professions, it's important to remember: seeking support is not a sign of weakness. Healing takes courage. Reaching out, talking to someone you trust, and prioritizing your well-being are all acts of strength.

06/05/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.
What is PTSD?
For first responders, PTSD isn't always the result of one specific call or critical incident. More often, it's the accumulation of calls, traumatic events, moral injuries, and experiences that build over months and years of service.

The reality is that carrying the weight of what we see and experience has an impact.

You don't have to tough it out.
You don't have to carry it alone.
Being proactive about your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. Reach out, talk to someone you trust, connect with peer support, or seek professional help before the load becomes too heavy to manage.
Strength isn't ignoring what you're carrying. Strength is recognizing when it's time to get support.

06/04/2026

Congratulations Terri! Thank you for all you do!

The City of Roswell's Mission Pillar Award recognizes a city employee’s efforts in exhibiting one or more of the city's core values of accountability, communication, excellence, integrity and teamwork. One award winner is selected each month from the nominations received that month.

The honoree for the May Mission Pillar Award is Terri Sykes, an emergency communications dispatcher at consolidated dispatch, the Pecos Valley Regional Communications Center.

The award nomination submitted for Terri refers to her as an “exceptional dispatcher” who “handles every call with professionalism, compassion, and precise instruction, ensuring callers receive the highest level of care during critical situations.”

The nomination noted one incident in which Terri assisted a father through the successful birth of his daughter…“guiding him step-by-step to ensure a safe delivery while keeping him calm until emergency medical personnel arrived.”

“Terri communicates with clarity and composure, maintains control of high-stress situations, and consistently prioritizes the safety and well-being of the public,” the nomination said. “Her dedication to excellence and her ability to support both callers and responders reflect her strong commitment to serve and teamwork.”

Pictured, from left: Assistant Dispatch Manager Brittany Shannon, Terri Sykes and Assistant City Manager Bobbi Thompson.

06/03/2026

🌯🧇 Shift Bid Breakfast 🧇🌯
This morning, our Patrol Divisions gathered for shift bid and enjoyed a breakfast together.
A big thank you to Georgia and Raylinn from Records for making Georgia’s famous waffles, and to Command Staff, Norma, and Bella for cooking and serving breakfast burritos. It was a great opportunity to connect, share some laughs, and start the day together.
Meanwhile, K9 Beaumont was disappointed to learn that dog-approved waffles were not on the menu. 🐾 Despite this setback, he still attended his weekly "Beaumont Briefings" and made his rounds with the officers.

05/26/2026

Reminder: Orders for Officer Irvin’s memorial shirts close tonight at midnight. If you would like to purchase a shirt in honor of Officer Irvin, please be sure to submit your order before they close.

05/20/2026