Crown Point Mayor Pete Land, left, swears in Crown Point police officers James Brock, badge No. 133, back left, and Zim Rivas, badge No. 134, front right, during the Wednesday, July 24, Board of Public Works and Safety meeting at Crown Point City Hall.
Mayor Pete Land swore in the newest Crown Point police officers during the Wednesday, July 24, Board of Public Works and Safety meeting.
Officer James Brock, badge No. 133, is a 2006 graduate of Lake Central High School.
After high school, Brock joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served in many leadership roles, including training Iraqi police officers.
During his time of service, Brock received several medals and accommodations. When he returned to the Region, he attended Indiana University and began working with the Norfolk Southern Railroad.
He resides in Crown Point with his wife and enjoys spending time with two children and creating wood signs for his business. “Bearded Grunt.”
Officer Zim Rivas, badge No. 134, is a 2014 graduate of Beecher High School. After high school, Rivas attended Governors State University to study graphic design. Before going into law enforcement, Rivas worked in the construction trades.
In his free time, Rivas enjoys flying drones, going to the shooting range, and most importantly, spending time with his wife and two daughters.
The hires bring the department to 52 full-time, sworn officers.
Both officers will begin the Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy on Monday, July 29.
“The Crown Point Police Department is excited to welcome two more officers to our ranks,” Crown Point Police Chief Ryan S. Patrick said. “Officers Brock and Rivas will make a great addition to the team.”
