Slidell Police Department Officer of the Year!

Officer Anthony “Tony” Karsolich

Why are you nominating this officer? How long have you worked with or supervised this officer?
Officer Karsolich was selected as the Slidell Police Department’s 2023 Officer of the Year.  Officer Karsolich has worked with the Slidell Police Department since 2022, but began his career in Law Enforcement in 2014.  Officer Karsolich’s vast law enforcement experience, determination, and ambition have developed him into a role model amongst his peers. Aside from being one of the most proactive officers in the Patrol Division, Officer Karsolich consistently mentors younger officers. This leadership has led to younger officers developing quicker and more confidence in their skills. Additionally, Officer Karsolich never hesitates to assist fellow senior officers with investigations and arrests.

Officer Karsolich's exceptional dedication, outstanding work ethic, unwavering commitment to justice, community involvement, and investigative expertise make him a worthy recipient of the Slidell Police Department’s Officer of the Year award. His exceptional performance and tireless efforts shine a positive light on law enforcement and serve as an inspiration to his colleagues and the community in which he serves. Officer Karsolich exemplifies the highest standards of policing, and his contributions deserve to be recognized.

What positions has this officer held within your agency?
Officer Anthony "Tony" Karsolich, a native of Slidell, began his Law Enforcement career in 2014 at the age of nineteen. Officer Karsolich spent time as a Corrections Officer, Patrol Officer, and a member of the Special Operations Division, with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. In 2022, Officer Karsolich made the decision to join the Slidell Police Department, where he since served as a patrol officer.

Under the specific qualifications cited in our qualifications, please provide example(s) of what has this officer done that merits their nomination?
- Recognized by their Peers in Law Enforcement for their High Personal Standards of honesty, integrity, moral fortitude, leadership, and selflessness.

Officer Karsolich is highly regarded by his peers due to the fact that he consistently leads by example, mentors young officers, assists other officers and divisions with investigations despite his own workload, and provides sound leadership to those around him.  

Is there a specific event which stands out that expresses how this officer has gone above and beyond the call of duty to assist?
Officer Karsolich’s overall daily attitude, work ethic, and care for his community overcast any specific incident.

Most of Officer Karsolich's work is conducted proactively, which led to the apprehension of numerous felony offenders. In fact, during 2023, Officer Karsolich effected over one hundred physical arrests. Officer Karsolich mainly focused his proactive efforts on narcotics-related offenses, which resulted in the seizure of large amounts of dangerous illicit drugs, as well as several illegal and stolen firearms.

Officer Karsolich often takes it upon himself to go above and beyond to investigate crimes instead of forwarding the cases to the Criminal Investigation Division. Throughout 2023, Officer Karsolich has conducted numerous investigations of misdemeanor and felony offenses. This resulted in warrants being issued, arrests being made, and a proper clearance of the cases.

Officer Karsolich's exceptional dedication, outstanding work ethic, unwavering commitment to justice, community involvement, and investigative expertise make him a worthy recipient of the Slidell Police Department’s Officer of the Year award. His exceptional performance and tireless efforts shine a positive light on law enforcement and serve as an inspiration to his colleagues and the community in which he serves. Officer Karsolich exemplifies the highest standards of policing, and his contributions deserve to be recognized.

How is this officer described by their peers?
Selfless, hardworking, honest, capable.

Officer Karsolich is happily married to his wife, Briana Karsolich, and is the father to a two-year-old little girl. When not protecting the citizens of Slidell, Officer Karsolich enjoys spending time and making memories with his family.