JAMIESON’S Leading Senior Constable George Crawford has been recognised for his hard work through a nomination for 'Police Officer of the year' announced last month.

3AW breakfast host John 'Sly' Silvester described him as a “different cat” compared to other one-man police officers.

“He has a degree in fine arts, he speaks fluent Japanese, he’s virtually an international cross-country skier,” Sly said on 3AW Breakfast.

Snr Constable Crawford said the announcement came as a surprise.

“I was on the phone at the time and received multiple text messages from colleagues back in Melbourne congratulating me,” he said.

The Jamieson police officer has been involved in the community in a variety of ways, most notably through the recently-held Emergency Services Expo, which he led.

“This was a great community event that was inclusive to all from around the district; landowners, business owners, families, and the respective services themselves,” Snr Constable Crawford said.

“Over 20 agencies came to share with many hundred that attended on the day.”

He acknowledged the significance of community support in his work.

“One of my key focuses is to work with those around me to build a more resilient town, which has brought great joy and passion for what I do,” he said.

“We have some significant projects underway in our community that I am blessed to be chairing.

“This recent recognition of the nomination is just as much a reflection on a receptive community taking pride and ownership of this area.

“I want to thank the community for this nomination, for their enthusiastic support.

“I am spoilt with a great community and blessed with an ideal backdrop.”