The Alsip Police Department proudly recognizes Officer Rocco Merlo on his retirement after 20 years of dedicated service to the Village of Alsip and its residents.

Officer Merlo began his career with the department in May 2006 and spent many years serving in the Patrol Division, where he also worked as an Evidence Technician. In 2014, he was selected as the department’s Crime Prevention Officer, a role in which he became heavily involved in community engagement and outreach initiatives.

Throughout his career, Officer Merlo organized and supported numerous community policing events, including the Special Olympics Cop on the Rooftop, National Night Out, the Torch Run, Crime Free Housing, and Officer Friendly programs in local schools. His commitment to serving others was further recognized in 2016 when he received the PLOWS Council on Aging Award for his work with the elderly community.

Officer Merlo later served in the Investigations Division before returning to Patrol, where he continued to take on leadership and specialty assignments including Crisis Intervention Officer and Officer in Charge (OIC).

The men and women of the Alsip Police Department thank Officer Merlo for his professionalism, dedication, and distinguished service to the Alsip community. We wish him continued health, happiness, and success in retirement.