September Detention Staff Members of the Month
- By Alicia W. Coleman
- Posted Tuesday, October 21, 2025
On the night of September 6, 2025, these three officers (Officers A. Cobb, D. Frapolli, and C. Randall) selflessly answered the call to voluntarily come in to assist D-Team when they were well below their staffing levels. Their choice to come in to assist D-Team is in keeping with the highest standards of character and selfless service that all staff should aspire to, and they set an example for their fellow officers to follow.
Detention Officer II Grizzle has demonstrated exceptional attentiveness and commitment to duty, making her an outstanding candidate for Employee of the Month. While carrying out her routine responsibilities, she quickly identified an individual who was actively being sought by the Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD). Relying on her keen observation skills, she immediately recognized the subject and promptly notified WSPD. Her swift and proactive actions not only supported the successful efforts of a partner agency but also reinforced the safety and integrity of our facility. This incident highlights her strong sense of responsibility, dedication to inter-agency collaboration, and her unwavering professionalism, qualities that exemplify the standard of excellence we value in our team.
It would be my pleasure to nominate Detention Officer Hester and Detention Officer A. Gamble for Employee of the Month recognition. Though part of a small team, these two officers play a vital and often underappreciated role in ensuring the seamless operation of the warehouse and laundry services at the Forsyth County Law Enforcement Detention Center. Even before their official assignments to the warehouse and laundry operations, both officers consistently volunteered for overtime shifts, demonstrating exceptional initiative and dedication. Their willingness to step in wherever needed has contributed greatly to the efficiency and functionality of our facility. While the focus often falls on detention officers working directly with inmates on the floors, the essential work performed behind the scenes by personnel like Officers Hester and Johnson is critical to the center's overall success. Without their efforts, the logistical backbone of this "mini city" within a single building would be significantly compromised. Officers Hester and Gamble consistently arrive prepared, motivated, and ready to take on any challenge with professionalism and pride in their work. They not only meet the expectations of their roles but exceed them-approaching their duties with diligence, a collaborative spirit, and a genuine commitment to operational excellence. They communicate effectively, strive to improve processes, and are not afraid to suggest practical solutions to enhance workflow and efficiency. In addition to their regular duties, both officers are always willing to support fellow officers, FCSO staff, and contract personnel. Their reliability, teamwork, and positive attitude make them exemplary members of the detention center community. Their contributions have a lasting impact, and honoring their efforts would reinforce the value of teamwork and dedication within our agency.
For the month of September 2025, I nominate Corporal P. Hood for Detention Staff Member of the Month. Corporal Hood is assigned as the Intake Supervisor. Intake is a very busy area with a lot of traffic; from bringing in new intakes, inmates going and returning from court, other counties bringing inmates to our facility, inmates posting bonds, probation and parole coming to see inmates, as well as entering all the inmates' information and charges into the computer. Corporal Hood manages to keep things moving in intake with little help. Corporal Hood stays consistent and professional when dealing with multiple tasks during very busy times. Corporal Hood is the first line of defense when checking a new inmate who has entered the facility to ensure that no drugs, weapons, or contraband enter the facility. Corporal Hood shows dedication to his position as the Intake Supervisor. Not only is Corporal Hood the Intake supervisor, but he is also a member of the Special Response Team. This causes Corporal Hood to have to leave Intake to assist in other areas that call for the Special Response Team. Corporal Hood responds, assists, and returns right back to where he left off in Intake to ensure operations keep running smoothly.
I would like to officially recommend several of the Sergeants assigned to Records for Staff Member of the Month. Sergeant Rivera, Sergeant Crawford, and Sergeant Williams have been working overtime in Records daily to assist Records staff on the teams with court paperwork and releases due to the transition to the E-courts system. These three sergeants combined have over 58 years of experience. Sergeant Rivera, Sergeant Crawford, and Sergeant Williams have demonstrated exceptional work ethic and a strong desire to assist Forsyth County with the court's digital transition of documents. Other agencies and electronic house arrest personnel have commented on the dedication and questions about releases, so mistakes were eliminated. These three Sergeants have set an example for detention staff assigned to the Operations division by being assertive and inquisitive about court records and documents. Without the due diligence of these supervisors, the transition to E-courts in Forsyth County could have resulted in mishaps and setbacks. Their outstanding dedication should be recognized as Staff Member of the Month.
