Supervisor of the Year
Sergeant Michael Guzman #1156
Sergeant Michael Guzman #1156 has been selected as the 2025 Franklin Township Police Department Supervisor of the Year. This honor recognizes his outstanding leadership, professionalism, and dedication to both the Department and the community. Sergeant Guzman is a graduate of Millville High School, Class of 2009, and earned an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Cumberland County College. He began his law enforcement career with the Avalon Police Department, where he was hired as a Class I officer in May 2012. He later attended the Cape May County Police Academy, graduating in May 2013 as the top student in his class. During the academy, he received both the Vehicle Operations Award and the Director’s Award. Sergeant Guzman joined the Franklin Township Police Department as a Class II officer in June 2013 and was appointed as a full-time officer in June 2014. Throughout his career, he has served in numerous specialized and leadership roles, including Field Training Officer, member of the Tactical Patrol Unit, member of the K-9 Unit, and instructor with the
Department’s Firearms and Training Unit. In March 2019, Sergeant Guzman graduated from the John “Sonny” Burke K-9 Academy alongside his K-9 partner, Rozo, earning the prestigious John “Sonny” Burke Award. In May 2023, Sergeant Guzman was promoted to the rank of Corporal, and he continues to exemplify professionalism and leadership in his supervisory role. Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping with his family. He resides in Franklin Township with his wife, Veronica, and their three daughters, Adalynne, Ellie, and Kendall. Sergeant Guzman was selected for this honor by the Department’s rank-and-file officers. He is widely respected as a hardworking, compassionate supervisor and an exceptional leader among his peers, and he is truly deserving of this prestigious award.
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