BY SAM STERN — Police Chief Douglas Holland introduced Hyattsville’s four new police officers at the Dec. 7 City Council meeting. Here are some details about the new members of the police force who will be serving the community.
Officer Jessica Williams

Hometown: Monroe, NY
Alma Mater: University of Scranton, BA in Criminal Justice
Previous Employment: Baltimore Police Officer
Hobbies: Animals, sports and snowboarding
Officer Edwin Ramirez

Hometown: Hyattsville
Alma Mater: Currently pursuing Bachelor’s at University of Maryland
Previous Employment: United States Marine Corp
Hobbies: Playing sports and weightlifting
Officer Matthew Cross

Hometown: Calvert County
Alma Mater: Lynchburg College, BA in Criminology
College Activities: Law enforcement internships, Rugby team
Hobbies: Golfing, motorcycles and spending time with family
Officer Mitchell Lowry (not pictured)
Hometown: Calvert County
Previous Employment: Combat Engineer in the United States Marine Corp
Hobbies: Golf and Philadelphia Sports
More: Lowry said he appreciates Hyattsville for giving him this opportunity.