Cpl. Robert Larsen and Sgt, Samantha Terrazas receive Life Saving Commendations from Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent, far left, and Chief Dino Sgambellone, far left. Photo Courtesy LAPD
LAPD Cpl. John Harris, center, receives the 2025 Officer of the Year Award from County Manager Anne Laurent and Chief Dino Sgambellone. Photo Courtesy LAPD
Det. Ladislas Szabo receives the 2025 Detective of the Year Award from Chief Dino Sgambellone. Photo Courtesy LAPD
Los Alamos Detention Center Administrator Hilario Salinas, center, receives the 2025 Supervisor of the Year Award from County Manager Anne Laurent and LAPD Chief Dino Sgambellone. Photo Courtesy LAPD
Los Alamos County Emergency Management Coordinator Lance Fresquez, left, receives a 2025 Civilian of the Year from LAPD Chief Dino Sgambellone. The second Civilian of the Year Award went to LAPD Records Office Manager Juanita Norris. Photo Courtesy photo
LAPS Deputy Chief James Rodriguez, far right, presents the 2025 Marksmanship Award to Chief Dino Sgambellone. Also pictured is County Manager Anne Laurent. Photo Courtesy LAPD
LAPD Command Staff pictured at the annual awards banquet are, from left, Cmdr. Chris Ross, Cmdr. Ben Irving, Chief Dino Sgambellone, Deputy Chief James Rodriquez and Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth. Photo Courtesy LAPD
LAPD NEWS RELEASE
The Los Alamos Police Department proudly recognized outstanding personnel and community members during its Annual Awards Banquet held February 28, 2026, at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.
The annual ceremony honored the department’s 2025 award recipients and celebrated excellence in public safety service, professional achievement, and community partnership. Awards were presented by Police Chief Dino Sgambellone alongside Anne Laurent, County Manager for Los Alamos County.
The event recognized sworn officers, detention personnel, professional staff, and civilian partners whose dedication and professionalism reflect the highest standards of public service.
Major Awards:
Civilian of the Year
Juanita Norris and Lance Fresquez
Detention Officer of the Year
Augustus L’Esperance
Detective of the Year
Ladislas Szabo
Officer of the Year
John Harris
Supervisor of the Year
Hilario Salinas
Police Chief’s Commendation
Sheldon Simpson
Commendable Service Award
Jason Osborn
Daniel Roberts
Samantha Terrazas
Lillian Bueck
Amos Smith
Community Service Award
Cindy Garcia
Educational Achievement Awards
Peter Rogahn
Tyler Carter
Letters of Appreciation
Robert Stephens
Amos Smith
Natalle Trujillo
Samantha Terrazas
Marksmanship Awards — 2025 Qualifications
The department also recognized personnel for exceptional firearms proficiency demonstrated
during annual qualifications.
6-Star Award
Ross — Day: 96 | Night: 100
4-Star Award
Weiss — Day: 100 | Night: 100
3-Star Award
Dezendorf — Day: 98 | Night: 96
Szabo — Day: 98 | Night: 96
2-Star Award
Padilla — Day: 100 | Night: 100
Osborn — Day: 98 | Night: 100
Chief — Day: 100 | Night: 96
1-Star Award
Archuleta — Day: 98 | Night: 96
Carter — Day: 98 | Night: 96
J. Garcia — Day: 100 | Night: 100
Irving — Day: 96 | Night: 100
Jaramillo — Day: 96 | Night: 96
Thomason — Day: 96 | Night: 100
Smith — Day: 96 | Night: 96
Chief Sgambellone praised the award recipients for their commitment to service and their
contributions to community safety.
“The individuals recognized tonight represent the very best of our department and our
community. Their professionalism, dedication, and integrity strengthen public trust and help
ensure Los Alamos remains a safe place to live and work,” he said.
The Annual Awards Banquet highlights the department’s continued commitment to recognizing excellence, promoting professional development, and strengthening partnerships with the community it serves.