Novi Police Detective Honored with Circle of Light Award

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CONTACT: David E. Molloy, Chief of Police, 248-347-0504
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NOVI, Mich., April 30, 2008 – The Novi Police Department is proud to announce Detective Mark Boody was honored as one of several recipients of the first annual Circle of Light Award.  Detective Boody received the award at a ceremony at the Oakland County Court House on Tuesday, April 29th. The award is bestowed upon individuals who have devoted their time and efforts to the fight against child abuse and is sponsored by CARE House of Oakland County.

Detective Mark Boody

The Circle of Light award ceremony highlighted recipients from four members of the multidisciplinary team – protective services, law enforcement, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office and CARE House. The program, which included a children’s choir and an illumination ceremony featuring children lighting candles and symbolically shedding light on child abuse, was held in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.

Detective Boody began his law enforcement career in 1996 after graduating from Ferris State University with a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice.  He was assigned to the investigative section of the Novi Police Department in 2003, beginning his efforts as the Department’s Juvenile Detective. In 2005, he was honored as “Officer of The Year” with the Novi Police Department due to his efforts as an investigator for crimes against children.

Detective Boody has successfully investigated hundreds of abuse cases and helps ensure those responsible pay for their actions. In addition, Boody serves on advisory boards in conjunction with CARE House and the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office to improve investigative techniques regarding crimes against children.

“The men and women of the Novi Police Department pride themselves on providing the best service possible for our community,” commented Novi Chief of Police David E. Molloy. “I am very proud to have people like Detective Boody as members of the Novi Police Department.  His dedicated efforts continue to help provide a safe environment for the youth of our community.”   

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