New Findlay Police Officer And Firefighter Sworn In

(From the City of Findlay)

Mayor Christina Muryn swore in Hunter Copus as a Firefighter for the Findlay Fire Department and Skyler Newfer as an Officer for the Findlay Police Department in City Council chambers on Monday, April 7.

Hunter Copus, 27, is a graduate of Findlay High School and attends the University of Findlay, working toward his Business Administration degree. Copus brings with him a strong connection to the department, following in the footsteps of his father, who retired from the Findlay Fire Department in 2010. Recently married, Hunter and his wife reside in Findlay, where he is looking forward to carrying on that legacy of service and commitment to the city. He will be attending the Ohio Fire Academy to obtain his Firefighter II certification in May.

Skyler Newfer, 36, is a graduate of Kenton High School. Newfer attended Owens Community College in Findlay, graduating with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Newfer later attended Tiffin University and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Newfer previously served with the Kenton Police Department for 8 years as a patrolman and 4 years as a Sergeant. Newfer resides in Findlay, Ohio, with his family, and he will be assigned to the department’s Patrol Division.