Ceremony to honor New Bedford police promotions, outstanding service

New Bedford Police will host a promotional and award ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 at Keith Middle School to honor the promotions of Sgt. Justin Kagan to Lieutenant and Officer Michael Cassidy to Sergeant and to honor Officer Jeremy DeMello for his outstanding accomplishments within and outside the department.

Sgt. Kagan is a 13-year veteran of the force. He began his career with the New Bedford Police Department in 2005 and was promoted to Sergeant in 2012.

Officer Cassidy is a 24-year veteran of the force.

Officer DeMello is a 12-year veteran of the force.