Detective Sergeant Derek Shaw (left), of Alexandra, received a commendation from district commander Superintendent Robert Burns for his work on two particular cases - a 2011 Roxburgh homicide and the drowning of Paul Wilson at Talla Burn in the same year.
He also received formal recognition, in the form of a certificate, of his 1998 promotion to sergeant.
Former constable Lesley Love served in the police force in Central Otago in 2010 and 2011 and was also recognised with a District Commander's Commendation for her extensive research work in a case which had set a benchmark in the police force and was cited at the police college, Central Otago sub area commander Senior Sergeant Ian Kerrisk said.
Detective Senior Sergeant Colin Blackie received a long-service medal for his 35 years in the force.
