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South Brunswick Police Recognize Officers Who Served In The Armed Forces

The department recognized officers from the Marines, Army, Air Force and Navy who now serve the township.

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — For eight South Brunswick police officers, serving the community is their second time in uniform.

The South Brunswick Police Department marked Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, by recognizing officers who served in the military before joining the force.

“The freedom we have has always been guarded by a thin line of men and women who serve in our military,” the department said in a post. “A veteran is a special person who today we thank for all they have done.”

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The department said it recognizes “the outstanding officers who have served in our military and now have come home to serve our community.”

The officers honored are:

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  • Lt. Nate Labuda, U.S. Marine Corps
  • Sgt. George Vit, Army National Guard
  • Sgt. Bryan Garrison, U.S. Marine Corps
  • PFC Jerry Sarno, U.S. Air Force
  • Officer Jorge Robles, U.S. Air Force
  • Officer Robert Halmi, U.S. Army
  • Officer Owen Lennon, U.S. Marine Corps
  • Officer Thomas Dugan, U.S. Navy

“Thank you to all who have served!” the department said.

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