Officer Recognized by MADD New Jersey
Submitted by Lt. Christopher Guenther
On Thursday, February 11, 2021 Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) New Jersey held its 2020 Annual New Jersey State Law Enforcement Recognition Event.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, the normally in-person event was held virtually on Facebook and YouTube. The event recognized the work of 250 Law Enforcement professionals and Law Enforcement Agencies from across New Jersey who showed outstanding dedication to DWI enforcement, prosecution and education during the 2020calendar year.
“MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving endorses and encourages high-visibility law enforcement and continuing diligence on the part of our police, prosecutors and probation professionals,” says Richard C. Mallow, MADD New Jersey State Executive Director.
“This event is our way of saying thank you to the Officers who dedicate their lives to keeping our roads and highways safe.”
Among those honored was Linden Police Officer Ariel Franjul. Officer Franjul, who has served as a Patrol Officer since 2017, was recognized as a Department leader in DUI enforcement.
“Over the past several years we have been very aggressive in our efforts to stop impaired driving,” said Linden Police Chief David Hart. “Ofc. Franjul has demonstrated incredible commitment and leadership in this area, and we are very proud of the work he has done to keep our roadways safe.”
About Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is creating a future of no more victims. MADD is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these crimes and prevent underage drinking. MADD supports drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every ten minutes through local MADD victim advocates and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end drunk driving through increased law enforcement, all offender ignition interlock laws and advanced vehicle technology. Learn more by visiting MADD New Jersey’s website at madd.org/nj or by calling 609-409-1220.
Photo by City of Linden
