Officer Dennis Welch retired on Monday, January 23 after nearly 14 years with the Camillus Police Department, subsequent to sustaining a duty related head injury while responding to a medical emergency in May of 2010. 

At 3:00 p.m., current and former officers of the Camillus Police Department, officers from surrounding municipal and city police departments, members of the Camillus and Fairmount Volunteer Fire Departments and Town of Camillus staff assembled outside the Camillus Municipal Building to honor Officer Welch.

A 911 system broadcast reviewed Officer Welch’s notable career with the Camillus Police Department including his service as Detective, Emergency Services Team Member, Accident Reconstruction Technician, Hostage Negotiator, Honor Guard Member, and PBA Vice-President, as well as the honors he received, including department’s Life Saving Award and Chief’s Award.

A final message to Officer Welch stated:  “Much of your success can be attributed to your most notable asset, a special way of talking to people, allowing you to foster successful relationships with fellow officers, Fire and EMS personnel, 911 staff, and the community at large.  As you begin your retirement, know that you will truly be missed!”

The entire Town of Camillus family wishes Officer Welch and his family nothing but the very best in the upcoming years.