NEW JERSEY – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) hosted his second annual Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes event Monday at the Clark Township Municipal Chambers, recognizing 20 law enforcement officers from across New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District for their service and dedication.
Thirteen of the honorees, joined by family, friends, and supervisors, attended the ceremony in person. Clark Township Mayor Angel Albanese also participated in the event.
Each officer honored as a Hometown Hero was nominated by leadership within their department for going above and beyond in their duty to protect and serve. Since May, Congressman Kean has featured one honoree each week on his social media platforms and in his newsletter, sharing their stories of commitment and heroism.
“It is my distinct honor to recognize these outstanding members of law enforcement from across New Jersey’s Seventh District,” said Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. “Every day, our men and women in blue face extraordinary challenges and risks, yet they selflessly put themselves in harm’s way to protect our families, neighborhoods, and communities. From saving lives and leading investigations to spearheading successful initiatives, these 20 officers exemplify the highest ideals of public service and heroism. Their unwavering commitment to justice, community engagement, and protection is an inspiration, and I am proud to stand with them in support and gratitude.”
Mayor Angel Albanese expressed her appreciation for the ceremony and praised Clark Township Officer Giovannina Prisco, one of this year’s honorees.
“It was an honor for Clark to host 7th District Congressman Tom Kean, Jr.’s 2025 Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes award ceremony,” Albanese said. “It was great to meet all of those being awarded and those who nominated them. In speaking with the officers, I noted that many of them were trained by our Police Director, Pat Grady. However, what highlighted the event was the fact that one of our own officers, Giovannina Prisco, nominated by Officer-in-Charge Miguel Acabou, was being honored. Officer Prisco exemplifies the dedication, integrity, and compassion that defines our officers and our community as a whole. This recognition reminds us of how fortunate we are to have officers like Prisco serving the Clark community.”
Lieutenant William Stolting of the Mountainside Police Department and Officer Brandon Hull of the Phillipsburg Police Department also shared their gratitude for being recognized.
“I am sincerely grateful to be recognized for my service to the community and deeply honored to be mentioned alongside such dedicated officers,” Stolting said. “I would like to thank Congressman Kean for this formal recognition and for his continued support of law enforcement, especially at a time when it is not always popular to do so.”
“The positivity shown to law enforcement through this event is amazing,” Hull said. “To be one of the officers being honored today is huge for me and for the Phillipsburg Police Department. It shows the good work we are doing in town. Along with all the officers being honored, we are very grateful for Congressman Kean and appreciate this event. It’s great for local law enforcement, and it’s good to be recognized for our actions.”
Honorees Pictured
- Officer Noah Allatt – Bridgewater Police Department
- Officer Adam Bergman – Warren Township Police Department
- Detective Adam Caruso – Peapack & Gladstone Police Department
- Officer Michael DiBella – Westfield Police Department
- Officer Alex DiCairano – Hackettstown Police Department
- Corporal Bradley Ellmann – Chester Police Department
- Officer Brandon Hull – Phillipsburg Police Department
- Officer Hector Lopez – Branchburg Police Department
- Detective Donald Maxwell – Berkeley Heights Police Department
- Detective William Musacchio – Clinton Township Police Department
- Officer Giovannina Prisco – Clark Police Department
- Lieutenant William Stolting – Mountainside Police Department
- Corporal Gregory Wester – Readington Police Department
Additional Honorees Recognized
- Detective Sergeant Justin Alt – Bernardsville Police Department
- Sergeant Kyle Bruno – New Jersey State Police Hope Station
- Detective Andrew Chuisano – Watchung Police Department
- Detective Nicholas Ortiz – Peapack & Gladstone Police Department
- Detective Walter Sliwa – Far Hills Police Department
- Detective Brian Smith – Bedminster Police Department
- Sergeant Kevin Stomber – Fanwood Police Department
