The Spring Valley Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony Thursday morning at Spring Valley Village Hall, officially welcoming Officer Shannon Kelly as the newest member of the department.

Officer Kelly began her law enforcement career in 2021 with the New York City Police Department (NYPD), where she gained experience before making the transition to serving the Spring Valley community.

The department expressed its excitement about welcoming Kelly, highlighting the experience and perspective she brings to the force.

As she begins her new role, the Spring Valley Police Department encouraged residents to extend a warm welcome to Officer Kelly and wished her a safe, successful, and rewarding career serving the village.