(Photos courtesy Gloucester Police Department)
GLOUCESTER — The Gloucester Police Department has announced the addition of two new officers to the department’s ranks — Officer Ryan Muniz and Officer Kalyn Koller.
Both officers, proud natives of Gloucester, bring a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serving their community.
Officer Ryan Muniz:
Officer Muniz graduated from the Massachusetts Police Training Committee (MPTC) Northern Essex Community College Police Academy in May. Born and raised in Gloucester, Muniz attended Gloucester Public Schools and graduated from Gloucester High School in 2019. During his high school years, he was an active participant in sports, playing hockey, golf, and tennis, and served as captain of both the hockey and golf teams.
After high school, Officer Muniz attended the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, graduating in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree. Following his graduation, he worked at the Essex County Sheriff’s Department before joining Gloucester Police. Officer Muniz has recently completed his field training and is now eager to make a positive impact and engage with the community he has always called home.
Officer Kalyn Koller:
Officer Koller graduated from the MPTC Lynnfield Police Academy on Tuesday and begins her field training this week. At 24 years old, Koller is a Gloucester native and graduated from Rockport High School in 2019, where she was active in softball and basketball. She went on to earn her criminal justice degree from Endicott College, graduating with Dean’s List honors. During her time at Endicott, Officer Koller interned with the Gloucester Police Department, an experience that solidified her dedication to a career in law enforcement.
Officer Koler expressed her excitement about joining the Gloucester Police Department, stating, “I am honored to announce my appointment as a new officer with the Gloucester Police Department. I look forward to serving and giving back to the community I have always called home.”
Chief Edward Conley expressed his confidence in the new officers, saying, “We are thrilled to welcome Officers Muniz and Koller to our team. Their dedication, local roots, and commitment to service will undoubtedly strengthen our department and enhance our ability to serve the Gloucester community.”
Please join us in welcoming Officers Muniz and Koller to the Gloucester Police Department as they begin their promising careers in law enforcement.
