Officer Derrick Shelley

Each week, The Tribune will be spotlighting local law enforcement and first responders.

Whether they are police officers, firefighters or emergency medical personnel, these men and women in uniform are highly trained to serve and protect their communities.

Name: Officer Derrick Shelley

Agency: Seymour Police Department

Badge number: 34-104

Position: Night shift patrol

Years of service: 5

Hobbies: Fishing and spending time with the family

Favorite part of being an officer: The ability to affect someone’s life in a positive way

Favorite food: Steak and potatoes

Favorite sports: Basketball and football

Favorite musician: Kenny Chesney

Hidden talent: Juggling

Words of wisdom: Be the change you wish to see in the world — Ghandi