(Atlantic) The Atlantic City Council officially welcomed Officer Scott Wiersma to the Atlantic Police Department with a swearing-in ceremony Wednesday evening.
Officer Wiersma joined the department in July 2025, bringing several years of law enforcement experience to his new role. Originally from Sibley in northwest Iowa, Wiersma holds an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Iowa Lakes Community College and graduated from the satellite police academy at Hawkeye Community College in 2018.
Before coming to Atlantic, Wiersma served with the Hudson Police Department. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, spending time with his family, and coaching youth sports. He and his wife, Chrissi, have four sons.








