DOVER — On Tuesday, May 14, Dover Mayor James Dodd administered Christian Fuentes’s oath of office.
The Dover Police Department hired Christian as a Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer in May 2023. In July 2023, Christian enrolled in the 101st Basic Police Class at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy. He graduated from the academy in November and began his duties as SLEO II in the Town of Dover shortly after.
While completing his Field Training Program, Christian was offered a full-time position with the Dover Police Department, which he officially accepted on January 13, 2024. He was released from the FTO program on March 19.
Christian graduated from Morris Knolls High School in 2015. There, he played varsity baseball for three years, serving as the school’s starting shortstop and team captain during his senior year. He then continued his studies at Monmouth University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a concentration in Legal Studies and a minor in Homeland Security.
In his free time, Christian stays active by working out and playing team-based sports. He enjoys spending Sundays playing baseball and has aspirations to coach Little League or high school baseball in the future. Christian also engages in various sports, including snowboarding, hockey, basketball, football, and softball. Additionally, he has an interest in military history and international relations.
Christian is excited to bring his passion for team-oriented activities and learning to his role at the Dover Police Department, where he looks forward to serving the citizens of Dover.
