Rachael Wilkerson joined the WRTV family in September of 2021. Rachael comes from NBC 15 in Mobile, AL where she worked as an investigative journalist and fill-in anchor.
It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and WRTV is highlighting Hoosiers making a difference in our community.WRTV's Rachael Wilkerson met with an IMPD officer, who says her Latina upbringing has made a difference in her service and commitment to the community.Maria Pallares Ochoa is an instructor at the IMPD training academy.
'The day to day, unknown, right? I don't get to experience that a whole lot now as an instructor at the academy, but just being out there and being able to help the community with whatever they need. I just had a class with the recruits, and I told them, 'Hey, you're going to be that face of calm in chaotic situations.' So, just being there and knowing my role and assisting others when they need help,' said Pallares Ochoa. She's molding the recruits.
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