Who is Officer David Delinko from Hoot and what is their importance? Hoot_(novel) English & Literature Officer David Delinko | Hoot

Officer David Delinko is a very ambitious police officer who wants to become a detective like his father and brother. When Delinko becomes aware of the vandalism at the construction site, he sees it as an opportunity to make an impression on his bosses, perhaps smoothing the way to promotion. However, early morning guard duty leads to the most embarrassing moment of Delinko's career when Mullet Fingers paints the windows of his car black. Delinko becomes more determined than ever to catch the vandal after this incident. However, while serving guard duty, Delinko becomes aware of the fate of the owls and becomes an unexpected ally to Mullet Fingers' cause.