SEAN BOSTON
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Adam Comer has worn many hats, a patrol officer, youth coach, and now school resource officer, but all of them share a common thread: serving the Hutchinson community he’s proud to call home.
Comer, a Hutchinson native, was recently named the Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram First Responder of the Month for June. The recognition, he said, came as a surprise, and a meaningful affirmation of the work he’s doing.
“It gave me confirmation that what I’m doing is making a difference,” Comer said. “I have a great appreciation for it.”
Comer joined the Hutchinson Police Department in September 2022, following layoffs at Siemens, where he previously worked. That moment, he said, was a turning point, a chance to pursue a career built on service, pride and purpose.
“I wanted to get into something meaningful, something with a sense of pride and a little more stability,” Comer said. “Law enforcement gave me that.”
After starting on patrol, Comer transitioned into his current role as a school resource officer. While he began the SRO position near the end of the last school year, the upcoming fall will mark his first full year in the role, covering Hutchinson Middle School 7 and Hutchinson Middle School 8.
Comer said the SRO position allows him to build relationships with students and be a positive influence, shaped in part by his own experiences growing up.
“I’ve coached youth sports for around 15 years and built strong connections with a lot of kids in the area,” he said. “I’ve made mistakes in my life, and if I can help a kid avoid those same ones, then that means something.”
When school is in session, Comer is dedicated full-time to his SRO duties. During the summer months, he returns to street patrol, continuing to protect and serve in another capacity.
Outside of uniform, Comer remains active in the community. A father of four, he volunteers as a youth coach and supports his children’s activities.
“He is a dedicated officer as well as a hardworking father,” said Cindy Clark, who nominated Comer for the award. “He enjoys his job and loves the community he works for. He makes a point to find the best in everyone.”
That commitment is rooted in the pride Comer has for his hometown.
“Being born and raised here in Hutchinson, I feel strongly about the community,” he said. “I try to do my part in making it a better place, whether that’s on patrol, in the schools, or just talking to someone and getting them to smile.”
