Motorcycle Unit
The Fort Lee Police Department's Motorcycle Unit is composed of officers who depending on their primary assignment ride the motorcycle on a part-time or full-time basis. Officers from the Traffic Division tend to utilize the motorcycles more while working their regular shifts, and officers from other divisions usually ride for special events. The officers of the Motorcycle Unit ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and are required to undergo and pass rigorous the training of the Maryland State Police Motorcycle Unit. On June 28, 2009 three Fort Lee police officers earned awards in the Law Enforcement Motorcycle Skills Competition to benefit Special Olympics New Jersey that was held in Lyndhurst, NJ. Officer Kevin Mahon won first place in the Slow Ride competition, while Officer George Koutroubinis and Sergeant Scott Bendul took first and second place respectively in Challenge Ride competition. The motor officers from the motorcycle unit participate annually in the Andiamo Run, which is a local charity motorcycle run to raise money for area hospitals. On September 12, 2010 it was stated "The Fort Lee police dazzled attendees with a remarkable display of motorcycle tricks and expertise." On June 26, 2011 three Fort Lee police officers again earned awards in the Law Enforcement Motorcycle Skills Competition to benefit Special Olympics New Jersey. Officer Rick Hernandez took second place in the Novice Division, Officer George Koutroubinis took second place in the Expert Division and first place in the Challenge Ride and Lt. Scott Bendul took second place in both the Master Division and Slow Ride.
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