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Appointment of new officer brings Ashland PD up to 32 full-timers

Ashland Times-Gazette

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Joseph Artrip, right, was sworn in as an Ashland Police Department officer by Mayor Matt Miller, center. Also on hand was Chief David Lay.

ASHLAND − On May 30, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to police officer Joseph Artrip.

Artrip, 27, of Ashland, previously worked as a sergeant for the Shelby Police Department and a corrections officer for the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office.

Having prior law enforcement experience, Artrip will shadow trainers for three to four months to learn organizational procedures while becoming more familiar with operations in Ashland.

Joe Artrip, right, takes the oath of office administered by Mayor Matt Miller, left, and witnessed by Katie Dick. Artrip is Ashland's newest police officer.

“I like the sense of community and the culture at APD," Artrip said. "I have always wanted to work here.”

Miller reminded those in attendance about the essential qualities needed to succeed as a police officer. With integrity, dedication and sacrifice at the forefront, he encouraged the officers to remain humble and diligent while serving the citizens of Ashland.

The appointment brings the Ashland Police Division to 32 full-time officers.