Community leaders, law enforcement officials, and supporters gathered today for The 200 Club of Mercer County Annual Luncheon at the Stone Terrace by John Henry’s The premier event brought together local dignitaries and citizens to celebrate public safety personnel and raise vital funds for the families of fallen first responders.
Keynote Address from Attorney General Jennifer Davenport
The featured guest speaker for the afternoon was New Jersey Attorney General The Honorable Jennifer Davenport. In her address, Davenport highlighted the vital contributions of the state’s law enforcement community and shared insights from her extensive career in public service and prosecution. Overseeing thousands of law enforcement officers across New Jersey, Davenport emphasized the courage and daily dedication required to protect local communities.
R. Peter Hodge Valor Award Honorees
A central highlight of the luncheon was the presentation of the prestigious R. Peter Hodge Valor Award, recognizing extraordinary acts of bravery and heroism by local officers:
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Detective Steven Garzio – Trenton Police Department
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Officer Blake Demeter – Hopewell Township Police
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Officer Michael Enriquez – Hopewell Township Police
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Officer Mark Caruso – Pennington Borough Police
Special Recognition for RICO Investigation
The event also paid tribute to a multi-agency task force that achieved a significant breakthrough through a complex RICO investigation. Special recognition was awarded to personnel representing:
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Trenton Police Department: Det. Gregory Woods, Sgt. Scott Peterson
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Division of Criminal Justice: Det. Joseph Bellamy, Det. Joseph Carracino, Sgt. Michael Gonzalez, Det. Aaron Muse, Det. Matthew Lyons, Det. Roosevelt McKinney, Det. Christopher Montalvo, DAG Jaclyn Dowd, DAG Elizabeth Newton, DAG Nicole Siano
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Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office: Det. Colin Buecker, Det. Nicholas Giori, Lt. Roberto Reyes, AP Kyle Petit
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New Jersey State Police: Det. Jacob Schor
Supporting Families of the Fallen
Founded in 1979, The 200 Club of Mercer County remains steadfast in its mission to provide critical financial assistance to the families of police officers, firefighters, and rescue personnel who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty.
Community members interested in supporting the organization’s ongoing mission or participating in upcoming events can find more information or join via the member page to join online.
