05/22/2026
It was a busy Tuesday for the Monroe Township Police Department as officers had the opportunity to connect with our community in two meaningful ways.
Earlier in the day, members of the department attended Monroe Township High School’s Armed Forces Appreciation Day, where students honored the men and women who have served our nation. Chief Griffin Banos, Captain Keith Saloom, and Lieutenant Sergeis Jangols were proud to join local veterans for the event, including Ernest Mogor, a World War II veteran who celebrated his 100th birthday in March. We thank the students, staff, and veterans who made the day so special.
Later that morning, officers met with residents at Coffee with a Cop at Dunkin’ in Gables Plaza. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to share a cup of coffee, ask questions, and engage in conversation with our officers. These informal interactions help strengthen the relationships that make our community so special.
We would also like to thank Dunkin’ for graciously hosting the event and welcoming us into their store. Special thanks to Officer Taylor Deickmann, who briefly traded in her police radio for a drive-thru headset. While we’re still reviewing her coffee-making qualifications, we’re happy to report there were no complaints filed with Internal Coffee Affairs.