WESTFIELD, NJ – Officer Michael DiBella of the Westfield Police Department has been recognized as a 2025 “Hometown Hero” by Congressman Tom Kean. This program honors law enforcement officers serving in communities within New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.
DiBella joined the Westfield Police Department on June 17, 2019. In January 2023, he became the School Resource Officer at Roosevelt Intermediate School.
As a School Resource Officer, DiBella serves as an educator and role model for students. He has developed positive relationships with them and promotes engagement in activities that foster good relations with law enforcement.
His involvement includes collaborative athletic competitions and the annual Westfield Police Department Youth Academy. DiBella is also engaged in juvenile-related criminal investigations and sensitive matters.
DiBella has created programs aimed at enhancing police relations with the special needs community, particularly for individuals on the Autism spectrum. He organizes the Westfield Police Department’s Family Autism Day event, which brings families and first responders together.
Initially a temporary assignment, DiBella requested to continue in the role full-time due to his success. He will be transitioning from Roosevelt Intermediate School to Westfield High School for the next academic school year.
Officer DiBella represents the Westfield Police Department with honor and pride.