Thirty Three new police officers in Utah

Utah welcomed 33 new officers after the Department of Public Safety held graduation exercises Thursday.

According to a DPS article, Law Enforcement Officer class 343’s motto was “Motivated, Dedicated and Ready to Lead!” Thirty-three new officers, deputies and troopers graduated and will join 16 different law enforcement agencies throughout the state including St. George and Cedar City.

In his introductory remarks, POST Director Major Stephenson focused on the connection between the public and the police.

Major Stephenson said it is through this connection between the police and the public, the two become a team.