City of North Bend release - Officer Croff has completed NBPD Field Training and is now cleared for solo patrol—an important milestone reflecting readiness, professionalism, and service to North Bend.  The North Bend Police Department (NBPD) is pleased to share that Officer Croff has successfully completed the Field Training program and is now fully cleared for solo patrol—a major milestone in any officer’s career and an important step in ensuring safe, effective policing in our community.  Field Training is a structured, hands-on process where new officers work closely with experienced training officers to build real-world skills. It focuses on decision-making, communication, officer safety, and professional standards—ensuring that when an officer is cleared to patrol independently, they are ready to serve the community with confidence and competence.  “Completing Field Training is an important achievement and reflects the officer’s ability to apply training in real situations,” said North Bend Police Chief Cal Mitts. “Officer Croff demonstrated strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a commitment to serving the public throughout this process. We’re proud to see him reach this milestone and join our patrol team in a full capacity.”  During his training period, Officer Croff showed steady progress and professionalism, establishing a strong foundation as he moves forward in his career with NBPD.  Please join us in congratulating Officer Croff as he takes on this new responsibility. We’re proud to have him serving the North Bend community.