Captain
Aurora Police Department
Commander Mike Hanifin is a proud 28-year veteran of the Aurora Police Department. He currently oversees the Community Engagement Bureau comprosed of the School Resource Officer Section, Community Relations Section, Homeless Abatement and Relocation Team, Crisis Response Team and AuroraSAVE Group Violence Intervention Strategy. Throughout his career, Mike has developed diverse professional experience in supervisory and command roles in the following areas: Patrol Watch Commander, K9, SWAT, Traffic, Internal Affairs, and Community Relations.
Building Bridges: Innovative Strategies for Police and Youth Engagement
Saturday, October 18, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM MT