Officer of the Year
Officer Joseph Branco #11101
Officer Joseph Branco #11101 has been selected as the 2025 Franklin Township Police Department Officer of the Year. This prestigious honor is awarded based on peer selection, and Officer Branco was chosen by an overwhelming majority of his fellow officers. His selection reflects the high regard in which he is held by his peers, who recognize him as a leader committed to improving the Department and consistently bringing a positive, professional attitude to his work. Officer Branco grew up in Franklinville and graduated from Delsea Regional High School in June 2012. He earned an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Camden County College in the summer of 2015. He began his law enforcement career with the Sea Isle City Police Department and graduated from the Cape May County SLEO II Police Academy in June 2016.
Officer Branco joined the Newfield Police Department in April 2017, followed by service with the Elk
Township Police Department in November 2017 as a patrol officer. In July 2022, he joined the Franklin Township Police Department as a full-time police officer. Officer Branco takes great pride in working alongside the dedicated men and women of the Franklin Township Police Department to protect and serve the residents of Franklin Township, Newfield, and Buena Borough.
Outside of his professional duties, Officer Branco enjoys staying active, playing golf, and spending time with family and friends.
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