EPS officer named Top Cop of 2023 [Video]

The Kiwanis Club of Edmonton has named Sgt. Ryan Katchur as its Top Cop of 2023.

The award is given to an officer who exudes leadership, creativity and compassion and contributes to their community in positive ways.

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“Sgt. Ryan Katchur exemplifies the best of the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) through his exceptional volunteer efforts and dedicated service to the community,” said EPS chief Dale McFee in a news release. “His efforts over the last few years have truly been inspiring, and we’re grateful that our community partners have nominated such a deserving police officer.”

During his 18 years at EPS, Katchur has volunteered with the Edmonton Police Foundation, spoke with families from the Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, started a beeping Easter egg hunt for children with sight loss, mentored vulnerable youth, coached a softball …