Lakes Region native completes field training, ready to hit the streets

Rochester Police Lt. Elizabeth Turner pins the collar brass on Officer Katelyn Mills during a ceremony on Monday. (Courtesy photo)

ROCHESTER - Rochester Police Officer Katelyn Mills, who hails from the Lakes Region, recently completed her field training and received her Rochester Police Department collar brass. The ceremony took place on Monday when Chief Boudreau presented Mills with the pin.

Prior to joining the Rochester Police Department in January, Mills already had a remarkable career as a full-time certified police officer in New Hampshire. In addition, she has an extensive background as a Correctional Officer for local county jails.

Rochester Police Lt. Elizabeth Turner had the honor of pinning the collar brass on Mills
Boudreau expressed his admiration for Mills' accomplishments, stating, "Corrections is a great place to hone your communication and de-escalation skills, which benefit you greatly as a police officer."

Boudreau stated that with her extensive experience and dedication to public safety, Mills is poised to make significant contributions to the department and the Rochester community.