The Rome Police Department is proud to recognize Officer T. Zenga as Officer of the Month for outstanding initiative, professionalism, and investigative awareness beyond his experience level.
Recently, officers were alerted to a BOLO issued by Polk County regarding a suspect wanted in connection with a domestic dispute. Upon hearing the alert, Officer Zenga immediately took the initiative to check the Flock camera system for activity related to the suspect’s vehicle.
After successfully identifying the vehicle traveling toward East Rome, he began actively checking the area.Officer Zenga soon located the vehicle, conducted a traffic stop, and safely detained the driver.
During the encounter, the suspect began discussing details of the incident. Demonstrating strong procedural knowledge and attention to constitutional safeguards, Officer Zenga ensured the suspect was properly advised of his Miranda rights before continuing any questioning.
During the investigation, Officer Zenga recovered a stolen cell phone and tablet taken during the domestic dispute. He then contacted Polk County authorities and remained with the suspect until their arrival to take custody.
Although newly out of the Field Training Program, Officer Zenga performed well above expectations for an officer of his experience level. His proactive mindset, strong investigative instincts, and commitment to service directly contributed to the apprehension of the suspect and recovery of stolen property — advancing justice for the victim and reinforcing public trust in policing.
