Awards and Promotions

Officer of the Quarter - 2022Officer of the 1st QuarterAfter being selected by a group of his peers, Ptl. Logan Daniels has been chosen as Officer of the 1st Quarter for 2022. Ptl. Daniels is currently assigned to Squad 2 of the Patrol Division.
Ptl. Daniels has shown great enthusiasm for the police profession. This is observed in his daily approach to the job. Ptl. Daniels is eager to learn all aspects of the job and is always trying to gain more knowledge by continuously asking questions. He is always trying to improve his performance. Ptl. Daniels took the
initiative and asked to be more involved in recruitment along with reestablishing a surge on social media platforms. He has received training in recruitment and has recently attended functions on behalf of the police department in attempts to recruit possible candidates.
Ptl. Daniels also became a new member of the department’s Crisis Response Unit during this quarter. With all the extra activities that he is involved in, Ptl. Daniels has maintained a great work load in patrol. He has demonstrated that he is 100 percent committed to everything that he does and continues to motivate other
people around him.
In recognition for his dedication, enthusiasm, and accomplishments, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Ptl. Logan Daniels with the Officer of the 1st Quarter 2022.

Officer of the 2nd QuarterPtl. Kyle Hardy has been chosen as the Officer of the 2nd Quarter for 2022. Ptl. Hardy is currently assigned to the Patrol Division - Squad 1.
   Ptl. Hardy arrives for work early with a positive attitude and ready for whatever comes his way. He can been seen helping out with tasks without being told to do so. Hardy strives to be the best officer that he can be. He is always asking questions and displays an eagerness to learn.  Hardy is a member of the Tactical Team and continues to learn the craft. 
   During the second quarter he made 130 traffic stops, which lead to 115 warnings and 30 citations being issued. He also wrote 28 Incident Reports which led to 8 arrests. He had 2 arrests for controlled dangerous substance violations during this quarter. Hardy has been known to be very active in the community, and has been observed playing basketball with children in different neighborhoods. He has handed out stickers and stuffed animals to children while doing community checks.  It’s that activity that forges a strong bond between the department and the community. 
   
In recognition for his dedication, enthusiasm, and accomplishments, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Ptl. Kyle Hardy with the Officer of the 2nd Quarter 2022.

Officer of the 3rd QuarterAfter being selected by a group of his peers, Ptl. Mark Schinault has been chosen as the Officer of the 3rd Quarter-2022. Ptl. Schinault is currently assigned to the Patrol Division - Squad 2.
Ptl. Schinault can be seen arriving for duty early and with a positive attitude. He has developed into one of the departments most proactive officers. He has demonstrated that he has a good foundation for police work. He has shown constant improvement in report writing and is always asking questions on how to be a better officer. He is also a member of the department’s Tactical Team. This extra responsibility does not interfere with his patrol duties, as he was the highest producing officer in the 3rd quarter. Ptl. Schinault conducted 168 traffic stops that resulted in 128 warnings, 75 citations, 40 SERO’s. He wrote 41 reports, made 20 criminal arrests, 4 drug arrests, and issued 3 civil citations. He has demonstrated a dedication to the mission of the police department.   
In recognition for his dedication and commitment, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Ptl. Mark Schinault with the: Officer of the 3rd Quarter-2022.

2021 Awards

Officer of the Year

The Patrol Division is the heart of our Police Department. The officers assigned to the Patrol Division are the first to respond to every call for service. They are also assigned other functions within an agency. This rings very true for Ptl. Nick Everngam who is assigned to the Patrol Division-Squad 2.  

Ptl. Everngam is an officer that always arrives early for his shifts. He always has a positive attitude and is ready for whatever the shift may bring. He is eager to learn and is 110% dedicated to the profession and making a difference in the community every day. Ptl. Everngam is a member of the Tactical Team and the Unmanned Arial Systems Unit. In both of these roles he shows extreme professionalism and is committed to the safety of our community. As we are still navigating the COVID 19 Pandemic and the burdens that it has caused, this did not stop Ptl. Everngam from producing quality work. Ptl. Everngam completed 135 reports, 18 accident reports, 14 civil citations for CDS, 2 driving while intoxicated arrests, 11 drug arrest (1st in the department), 63 criminal arrests (1st in the department), 557 traffic stops (1st in the department). Of those traffic stops, he issued 182 traffic citations, 559 warnings and 69 repair order warnings. While completing traffic stops, Everngam is always prepared and looking beyond the stop for criminal activity. On three (3) separate occasions Everngam made traffic stops that led to the arrests of drivers and seizure of handguns. That level of dedication and commitment was unmatched in 2021.     

In recognition for his dedication and commitment, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Ptl. Nick Everngam with the Officer of year Award for 2021.


Employee of the YearOur Police Department truly depends on the civilian staff, as we all strive to accomplish the goals and missions of the Easton Police Department.
In 2021, we as a police department continued to navigate the challenges and changes brought along with the COVID 19 pandemic. At the center of this was Mrs. Plugge who is tasked to manage pay and leave requests. With vacation days needing to be managed and officers having to use their time- to include all of the manpower issues; she completed all of her duties without complaint and on time. She continued to track the hours and always let officers and their supervisors know what their leave balances were in a timely fashion. These are not her only duties, as she serves as the management assistant to the Patrol Commander, which is no easy task.  She is assigned various tasks from time to time, to include keeping all statistical information for the police department and supplying those reports to the Patrol Commander and the Chief of Police.  Mrs. Plugge is also responsible for the creation of the department’s annual report and awards ceremonies. She can also be found organizing our efforts for the Shop with a Cop program. She is always smiling and her positivity is unmatched. She is a dedicated and committed employee of the Easton Police Department.             
In recognition of her dedicated service and work ethic, the Easton Police Department recognizes Mrs. Jessica Plugge as the 2021 Employee of the Year.

Exceptional Service Award

On February 9, 2021, The Easton Police Departments’ Criminal Investigation Unit was assigned to investigate a homicide. It was determined that the victim in this case sustained traumatic injuries and antique rifles were stolen from his residence. Investigators also found out that the suspect had stolen the victim’s car.  Det. Justin Reibly was assigned as the lead investigator. 

The suspect was arrested quickly after a broadcast was made to other agencies to be on the lookout or the victim’s car; however the investigation had just begun. Det. Reibly spent months putting together all the pieces to this puzzle. As DNA lab results came in, Det. Reibly wasn’t satisfied, so he researched a lab in Pennsylvania that could definitively confirm minor contributors of DNA. The testing was done at Cybergenetics and confirmed that the suspect was the minor contributor of DNA located on evidence obtained at the crime scene. Det. Reibly also learned during interviews that the suspect was possibly involved in a second homicide in another state. The suspect in this case plead guilty to first degree murder and received life in prison.

Det. Reibly completed this investigation with vigor and tenacity as he sought justice for the victim and his family. He is motivated by challenges and treats every case in this same fashion as he protects the community that he serves.  In 2021, Det. Reibly made 34 arrests, wrote 34 search and seizure warrants and had 42 cases assigned to him. While doing all of this, he also continued to conduct background investigations for police officer applicants. 

In recognition for a job well done, the Easton Police Department awarded Det. Justin Reibly with the Exceptional Service Award.

Exceptional Service Award

The Easton Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Unit is assigned to investigate Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) cases. In February of 2021, Cpl. Heather Hanson was assigned an ICAC tip. While working this case, Cpl. Hanson uncovered that the suspect was in possession of child pornography, and that he was residing in a residence that also operated as a licensed daycare facility. After obtaining search and seizure warrants, Cpl. Hanson found that the suspect was also hacking into other networks. Cpl. Hanson worked relentlessly on this case for months examining all of the digital evidence.

Cpl. Hanson is laser focused and driven, she is very passionate about her work. Cpl. Hanson is always eager to learn new things to keep up with technology and how criminals are using technology in attempts to evade being caught.

Also In 2021, Cpl. Hanson wrote 37 search and seizure warrants, had 29 cases assigned and made 13 arrests. Her other responsibilities included conducting background investigations, Cellebrite downloads and accident reconstruction.

Her commitment and dedication to her job is on display everyday as she protects the community that she serves. In recognition for her devotion to service, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Cpl. Heather Hanson with the Exceptional Service Award.

Lifesaving Award

In the early morning hours of August 31, 2021, Talbot County Paramedics responded to an apartment on Meadow Drive in Easton for a new born child that was delivered in the residence, but breathing could not be verified. Upon their arrival, EMS found a newly delivered infant that was cold to touch and pulseless. The mother was bleeding heavily and also advised paramedics that she was pregnant with twins and the second baby had not delivered yet.

The Easton Police Department patrol squad on duty arrived to assist the paramedics. Pfc. Bayne assisted with care of the infant, which included performing CPR. Pfc. Bayne also rode to the hospital in the paramedic unit to provide an extra set of hands. Her emotional investment in this call and willingness to help went “above and beyond” and she should be recognized for her efforts that saved the life of this child.

In recognition of Pfc. Bayne's swift actions and commitment to public safety, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Pfc. Ashley Bayne with the Life Saving Award.

Unit Citation

The other officers on scene were Sgt. Tim Larrimore, Ptl. Nick Everngam and Ptl. Chris Doyle. These officers made themselves available to EMS crews to render any assistance that was necessary. At the direction of EMS, they assisted with patient care and logistical issues. The teamwork demonstrated by those officers was undoubtedly instrumental in the EMS clinicians being able to deliver timely care. They should be recognized with a unit citation for their efforts that day.

In recognition for these officer’s swift actions and commitment to public safety, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Sgt. Tim Larrimore, Ptl. Nick Everngam and Ptl. Chris Doyle with a Unit Citation.

Ptl. Nick Everngam

Sgt. Tim Larrimore

Ptl. Chris Doyle

Top Performance Awards - CDS Arrests, Criminal Arrests, Traffic Stops

Sworn members of the Easton Police Department are tasked to perform a variety of activities through the course of their shift. Enforcement of traffic and criminal offenders is just a fraction of their responsibilities.

Understandably, demonstrating efficiency in one or multiple disciplines cannot always measure total performance. However, it should be recognized that during the past year, Ptl. Nicholas Everngam made the most CDS Arrests (11), the most Criminal Arrests (63) and the most Traffic Stops (557) among all sworn officers.

In recognition for a job well done, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Ptl. Nicholas Everngam with the: 2021- Top Performance Award for: CDS Arrests, Criminal Arrests, and Traffic Stops.

Top Performance Award - DUI EnforcementSworn members of the Easton Police Department are tasked to perform a variety of activities through the course of their shift. Enforcement of traffic and criminal offenders is just a fraction of their responsibilities.
Understandably, demonstrating efficiency in one discipline cannot always measure total performance. However, it should be recognized that during the past year, Cpl. Howard Maxwell made the most DUI Arrests (10) among all sworn officers.
In recognition for a job well done, the Easton Police Department hereby awards Cpl. Howard Maxwell with the 2021 Top Performance Award for DUI Arrests.