Bethel Police Officer Danilo DeOliveira has been named Officer of the Year for 2024. Born in Brazil, he became a U.S. citizen before joining the department in 2018. Known for his strong work ethic, upbeat attitude, and multilingual skills, he handled over 1,000 calls and 845 traffic stops this fiscal year. He also assists as a translator and will soon join the Emergency Services Unit as a negotiator.