The Mooresville Police Department has two new graduates from the Spring 2025 Basic Law Enforcement Training Program, as announced via a social media post last Thursday. Officers Marco Tabora and Chandler Watts successfully completed their training at Mitchell Community College, which is a stepping stone toward their upcoming certification exams and progress in the field.
During the ceremony, Officer Watts took the lead giving the invocation, while Officer Tabora was the flag bearer, leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The Mooresville Police Department heralded their achievements, asking the community to join them in congrats. In the posted images, Officer Chandler Watts strikes a pose solo; Officer Marco Tabora stands proudly beside Captain Bucky Goodale; and a group photo features Assistant Chief Rhonda Faust, Officer Brandon Spearman, and Assistant Chief Joe Cooke standing with purpose in the backdrop.
The program is designed not only to educate, but also to prepare officers like Tabora and Watts for real-world law enforcement scenario, equipping them with essential skills necessary for contemporary policing. The training encompasses a variety of critical topics including legal education, physical training, and hands-on experience with procedures.
With safety and service at the heart of their mission, the Mooresville Police Department emphasizes the importance of rigorous training for their officers. Newly graduated officers, filled with the latest policing techniques and knowledge under their belts, are essential for the growing needs of the local community. As Watts and Tabora now look towards their certification exams, the department stands firm on its commitment to public welfare and the continuous enhancement of its force.
