Local Officer Profile: Jason Troshane

By:  | June 20, 2024 |  Meet Your Neighbor |  Middletown

Name: Jason Troshane
Years as a first responder: 10 years
Type of first responder: Patrolman
Place of employment or volunteering: Middletown Police Department
Town of residency: Freehold, NJ

Q: What initially made you want to be a first responder?

A: Being a police officer was always something that was in the back of my mind growing up. The idea of serving and protecting the community, and the desire to make a positive difference in people's lives was the driving factor in why I became a police officer.

Q: What do you find to be most rewarding about this kind of work?

A: The most rewarding part of being a police officer is being there for people that truly need help. When responding to an incident, you are directly helping people that need some kind of assistance. When you can help someone, no matter how big or small the problem, it is really a satisfying feeling to know you made a positive difference in their life.  

Q: What is the hardest aspect of the job?

A: The hardest aspect of being a police officer is never knowing what kind of situation you might be responding to. In 10 years on patrol, no two incidents have ever been exactly the same. People look for you to make impactful, split-second decisions, and you need to make sure you are making them correctly. 

Q: Do any aspects of the job ever scare you?

A: Being a police officer can often be scary. When responding to incidents, you must always be aware of your surroundings, and be prepared for everything and anything.  Safety of individuals on scene, your fellow officers, and yourself needs to always be of paramount importance.

Q: What was your most memorable experience on the job so far?

A: The most memorable experience as a police officer for me is different than most.  Four years ago, I started a first responder running group called "The Chubby Pigs Running Club." Our club is a welcoming place for police officers, first responders, and supporters of the first responder community to interact, to grow, and to stay physically fit. I have had the pleasure of meeting so many amazing members of the first responder community and hope to continue for years to come.