New officer joins Liberty Lake

LIBERTY LAKE – A new officer has joined the ranks of the Liberty Lake Police Department and was introduced during the July 11 city council meeting.

Liberty Lake Police Chief Damon Simmons announced new officer Kyle Fritz previously worked as a Senior Patrol Officer in Post Falls for two years.

"His passion lies in the relationships he can build in the community and his affinity to serve, empower and lead those around him," Simmons said. "It's what drives him, and we would like to welcome him to the Liberty Lake community."

Simmons also said Fritz had experience working for the Los Angeles Coun...