January 2017 Salute to Law Enforcement: Officer John Lien

Officer John Lien has worked for the Moorhead Police Department for over 17 years. While working in the patrol division, Officer Lien has additionally been successful in several special assignments. Officer Lien was a Canine Handler for 10 years with two different canine partners, “Milo” and “Hickok”. Officer Lien previously served for 5 years as a Field Training Officer for new police officers and 5 years as a department Use of Force and Defensive Tactics trainer. Recently due to a high number of new recruits, he re-applied and is currently a Field Training Officer sharing his experience with these newest members of the department. Another significant contribution that Officer Lien is primarily responsible for is the newly created Moorhead Police Chaplain Program. Recognizing the need and benefits of having additional support for our officers, their families, and citizens, John began coordinating this program over 2 years ago. The Police Chaplain Program became active in October 2016 with 5 police chaplains that have made themselves available to serve in the many capacities that they have the potential to experience through the police department. We are grateful for their willingness to serve our community in this way and for Officer Lien’s dedication to improving the service provided through the Moorhead Police Department.