**Commissioner VanDyke Honored for Law Enforcement Excellence**
Staff Report / Alexandrialocal.org
**Alexandria Police Commissioner Receives Prestigious Award**
On October 19, 2023, Commissioner Patrick VanDyke was honored with the 2024 Law Enforcement Officer Award by the Exchange Club of Central Louisiana. This award recognizes his outstanding service in law enforcement and commitment to community safety.
Commissioner VanDyke has served for over 30 years at the Alexandria Police Department and has more than 20 years of service in the Louisiana Army National Guard. His leadership and dedication to protecting and serving the community have been acknowledged through this recognition.
Source: Alexandria Police
Source Type: Police
Source Location: Alexandria
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