During an awards ceremony Thursday at the Grand Key Resort, Key West Police Chief Donie Lee named Telecommunicator John Dancho as Civilian Employee of the First Half, 2017.

Dancho has served the Key West Police Department in Communications with dedication and professionalism for 19 years. He is part of the critical team that serves as a vital link between the community and the department. During his tenure he has served as shift supervisor and trainer.

“Over the years, John has demonstrated unique initiative in research that — combined with job knowledge — has been instrumental in leads and arrests in several important cases,” said Chief Lee.