Originally from Warren, Oregon, Officer Honl began his career in law enforcement in 2018 when he joined the Washington County Sheriff’s Office as a corrections officer. He also holds an Associates Degree in Fire Science from Portland Community College.
As part of his transition from corrections to patrol, Officer Honl will complete the Police Career Officer Development (PCOD) course through the public safety academy, as well as the FGPD’s Field Training and Evaluation Program before hitting the road solo in the coming months.
Officer Honl credits the appeal of Forest Grove’s close-knit community as a primary draw, along with the camaraderie of many members of the FGPD who eventually convinced him to apply. He looks forward to getting to know Forest Grove and its residents, and the opportunity to serve in the patrol capacity.