Members of the Colona Police Department have been recognized with the prestigious Trudy Appleby Challenge Coin for their support in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Trudy Appleby. Chief Swemline, Detective Hull, and Administrative Secretary Laura LaMantia received the honor from Moline Police Detective Michael Griffin, highlighting their dedication and collaboration. The department expressed deep gratitude for the acknowledgment, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to community service and partnership with fellow law enforcement agencies.
“Our commitment has always been, and will continue to be, to serve our community and to stand alongside our law enforcement partners whenever called upon.”
The Colona Police Department expressed deep appreciation for the honor and reaffirmed its commitment to collaborative efforts in serving the community. The acknowledgment underscores the importance of partnerships among local law enforcement agencies as the search for answers in the Trudy Appleby case continues.
“This recognition was given for our department’s assistance in the ongoing Trudy Appleby investigation. We are beyond grateful to Detective Griffin for this honor, and we are proud to play even a small role in supporting such an important case.”
