Somers hires first female police officer in 70 years

It was a historical day on Monday in Somers for the police department, where the first female officer was sworn in.

Posted 8:11 p.m. Jul 31, 2017 — Updated 8:11 p.m. Jul 31, 2017

Kaitlyn Naples

SOMERS, CONNECTICUT — It was a historical day on Monday in Somers for the police department, where the first female officer was sworn in.

Officer Shannon Belcher joined the Somers Police Department after retiring with 25 years of service with the Connecticut State Police.

The town posted photos on Facebook and said Officer Belcher "is looking forward to serving the Town of Somers and its residents."

Somers has not had a female police officer in more than 70 years.