Let me tell you a little about him. Eventually ending up at a dead-end in a residential neighborhood, Trooper Graham pursued on foot. Include a few sentences on how the candidate meets the qualities being recognized by the award. Honoring. The custodian, who later died, stumbled into the school looking for help when he was followed in by the suspect. Quick thinking and daring action by Officer Garcia on September 8, 2008, saved the lives of two badly wounded fellow officers who came under gunfire while attempting to serve a felony warrant at a San Antonio residence. Boleyn was left a paraplegic by his wounds but is credited for saving the lives of the two other officers by grabbing a shotgun and firing four rounds into the assailant who had just wounded him. For further information, contact The Awards Team. Sample Sentences for Step 1 I hereby endorse John Doe as a candidate for the Salesperson of the Year Award. Lieutenant Smith coordinated the breach of the building which saved additional hostages and flushed out the gunman, who immediately started firing at the SWAT operators. Functions as a frontline dispatcher or call taker for police, fire, and/or EMS agencies. Sergeant Beckman was called to a convenience store robbery where the suspect, a recently paroled murderer, had tried to run down one officer and had taken a 17-year-old hostage. A uniformed, off-duty police officer who was working as security at the time engaged the suspect and radioed for assistance. Illinois State Police Trooper Jeffery Graham caught up to the pursuit while it was in action. He joined the pursuit and saw the suspect start going the wrong way down a major interstate. and beyond for the officers and. Mary is usually at the forefront when any employee needs assistance with his or her work. She recovered even though one bullet remains in her and was back on active duty less than four months later. His idea was to create a fund that would pay cash for clues leading to the arrest and indictment of crime perpetrators. In September 1988, Officer Jaglowski and his partner Officer Irma Ruiz were at a local elementary school to pick up a student with disciplinary problems. Captain Villanova left his office onthe evening of November 13, 2015, after learning of an explosion at the Stade de France but was diverted to the Bataclan concert hall in the eastern part of Paris in response to an active shooter situation. Devitte, the only officer armed at the time, drew his off-duty gun and began firing at one of the robbers. Upon locating and observing the suspect, Detective Georgantas was able to recover a discarded lit cigarette the woman had been smoking. Unfortunately, the gunfire was too intense and the officers pulled back only to watch the fire burn. 1984 Captain Richard Z. Voorhees, Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, Police Department. Sunier stood on the skid of the helicopter as it got closer to the boat. Refusing to draw his weapon for fear it would be grabbed and a shooting take place, he held his positon until help arrived. He went back in to bring 18 trapped residents to safety and joined the fire department in rescuing approximately 80 others. University Police, etc.) Reaching community members was the focus of Sergeant Hopkins 90-minute weekly radio question and answer program called Buzz the Fuzz on WDAO radio. He saw the suspect dragging a female by the hair to his truck with a shotgun pressed to her side. The suspect hit Pollocks car, missed the van but hit a second car, injuring the occupants and Pollock. On February 12th, 2019, a 33-year-old woman and her 10-year-old daughter were kidnapped in Missouri. The program has also expanded into Australia. During his program, he fielded a variety of questions with great expertise from Dayton residents of every age bracket, running the gamut from the far out to the almost frightening including one caller who asked Can I legally kill a man who is stealing my property? His special skills were in the area of bringing people and police together to evolve policy guidelines for the police which would later be a key element of modern community policing initiatives. Along with fellow officers, Kosheba then carried the gravely wounded Pagerly to a police vehicle nearly a half mile away. They were told to leave the building because of a report of a second bomb but saw two women trapped on the seventh floor. McKee followed in the patrol car as the suspect ran into a parking lot. Nominations: Any individual may nominate a licensed peace officer who is a member of the MPPOA, employed full-time in any agency in Minnesota for the Police Officer of the Year Award. The 2023 Toronto mayoral by-election will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023, to elect a candidate to serve as the mayor of Toronto for the remainder of the 2022-2026 city council term following the resignation of Mayor John Tory.. On February 10, 2023, Mayor Tory announced his intention to step down, leaving office on February 17, 2023. His chief at the time, Curtis Broston, expressed pride in his entire force and Dwyer. West and another officer exchanged gunfire with the gunman which helped them pinpoint his location. Compare the achievements with the company's goals. 1988 Sergeant Richard Beckman, Cloverdale, California, Police Department. The victim wanted to spend the night at her fathers home but needed some items from her apartment so Foster agreed to accompany her. While more than 100 threats came in before and during the Games, none of them came to fruition. If you had a couple of thousand Phil Dwyers, youd have quite a force. He retired in 1974 as a 42-year veteran and passed away October 3, 1997, Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety Conference, Planning, Designing, and Constructing Police Facilities, Event occurred January 1 December 31 of the preceding year, Active law enforcement at the time of the event, Self-nominations are not permitted for this award. RECIPIENT NAME. It is an unparalleled award experience for the officer to share with their family and their department. On the morning of June 14, 2017, Special Agent Crystal Griner and Special Agent David Bailey of the United States Capitol Police were serving as Dignitary Protection Division Agents for U.S. House of Representatives Majority Whip Steve Scalise. Las Vegas was no exception. 1978 Sergeant Robert A. DiMartini, New York City, New York, Police Department. 2005 Deputy Jennifer Fulford, Orange County, Florida, Sheriffs Department. Officer Gilberta rant to his injured partner and started firing back at the suspect. It also provides an unmatched professional development opportunity. Once the Games were over, he became the Deputy Chief of LAPD and then Chief of Police for the Dallas, Texas, Police Department. During the foot pursuit, the subject fired several rounds at Officer Dallas. Devitte was shot eight times but was able to kill one of the suspects. Nominations should include the specific circumstances involving distinguished police performance. salute your pursuit of excellence. The suspect continued to flee and attempted to switch vehicles by carjacking another victim. The shops employees and patrons all escaped serious injury thanks to her actions. IACP members and non members are eligible to submit nominations and be nominated for all of our awards. Fearing for his safety and the safety of Trooper Dimler, Trooper Splain fired two shots from the Department issued A.R. Such integrity was not rewarded on the streets and at least one drug ring hired an assassin to murder Wolsch. citizens of Mason County. Hours later, cornered in a wooded area, the gunman wounded two more law enforcement officers when Trooper West ran into the line of fire to save them. This led to additional interviews which clarified that the DNA match was that of a half-sibling and probable suspect. This case involved the homicide of twin male infants who had been delivered at full term and later died from asphyxiation. 2009 - Officer Pedro Garcia, III, San Antonio, Texas, Police Department. Your Police Officer Of The Year Officer Of The Year 2023 Police Officer of the Year, Officer Ronald McKenzie Setting The Example Officer McKenzie is dedicated to the community, is professional in his demeanor, and has a positive attitude making him a valuable asset to the agency. Agent Morales unknowingly ran out of ammunition but continued to advance and engage while the shooter fled in a vehicle and was later taken into custody by a San Diego Police Department K-9 Officer. He/She is always courteous and helpful to others. When Trooper Boleyn and two other officers went to serve a warrant at an Eastern Kentucky home, they never envisioned the day would end as it did. 2011 - Chief of Intelligence Martin Torres Guzman, Costa Rica Policia. Beckman realized he had one chance to save the hostage and fired a single shot, killing the gunman instantly. Additional interviews and collaboration with other police agencies yielded a confession from the biological mother acknowledging that she had murdered her newborn twins. He traded in his undercover role to handle drug detection dogs at Austin's airport. I have never met a man more hard-working, courageous, and strong than Mr. Joe Davis. During the ensuing gun battle, two other officers were wounded and a resident of the house was killed. Sunier and a helicopter came in. Most significantly, this Act is an attempt by the Council to strip officers of their Constitutional rights in the name of police reform. 2000 Officer Dennis Devitte, Las Vegas, Nevada, Police Department. Two years later, Beckman and the teen he saved worked side-by-side as volunteers at the Cloverdale Fire Department. Firefighters fled as gunfire erupted and Tuggle moved in with 25 officers to try to restore safety. Johnson saw the ambush and was able to kill the suspect, who had a long list of convictions including kidnapping and aggravated assault. Special Agent Griner was shot in the leg but continued to return fire to stop the suspect as she maintained cover near her assigned vehicle. Foster returned fire, killing the ex-boyfriend. Address the letter properly such as saying Dear Mr. John, or To The Committee. Include reference which should state why you are writing the letter. Each award is listed below. After the friend was safely removed from the residence, the subject appeared at the far end of the hallway. The suspect later died of his injuries. This award provides statewide recognition of the police officer or officers who have demonstrated exceptional valor in service to the people of New York State. Keep it brief. Another intruder was on the floor, repeatedly stabbing a victim bound in duct tape. For a career dedicated to fairness and humanity, your co-workers, teammates, and friends. State why you feel the candidate should receive the award. In Lehigh County where so many law enforcement officers have distinguished themselves, it is difficult to determine which officers are deserving of this prestigious award. Criteria for Eligibility A nominee must be a sworn police officer as defined in NYS CPL 1.20(34) employed within the State of New York, regardless of rank or position, who has performed an act of exceptional valor during the calendar year. During a seven-month period in 1978, his team averaged 70.5 arrests per officer as compared to a 2.4 arrest average per officer for the rest of the Bronx force during the same time period. Within seconds, upon hearing the shots, Dixon Police Officer Mark Dallas, who was on duty at the high school, exited the athletic directors office down the hall from the auditorium and confronted the subject. After cuffing both drivers, Harwood locked the two passengers in the backseat of his patrol car. He carried out a 21-year-old man who was unconscious and was able to resuscitate him before going back into the building. Most significant was a 27.6% reduction in crime in Albuquerque. He was the Chief of Police in Bridgewater Township from 1987-2000 and continues to be active in the community. Trooper Grahams bravery and ability to react quickly in high-pressure situationsreaffirms his commitment to service and helping save the lives of those around him. The rescue harness was too big for the infant who had to be handed up to Sunier by his father over the water. An individual armed with an assault rifle entered the front door ofthe synagogue and opened fire on the people inside. Once cornered, the suspect opened fire through his windshield and shot one of the other officers. In the aftermath, five people were injured including Congressman Scalise, who was critically wounded near second base but made it to the outfield. During the 5 hour standoff, the gunman made threats to shoot hostages and blow up the library while demanding money, gold, and a full presidential pardon. Crawling on his hands and knees through thick smoke, he was able to reach her on his third attempt and walked her out of the burning building. In November 1998, Detective David Foster, an 18-year veteran, was working in the Domestic Violence and Sexual Crimes Unit. Watch the Incredible Stories of the 2018 Finalists, 2017 - Special Agent Crystal Griner and Special Agent David Bailey of the United States Capitol Police;Officer Kevin Jobe, Officer Nicole Battaglia, and Officer Alexander Jensen of the Alexandria, Virginia, Police Department. Boleyn was the first to enter the house and despite wearing a bulletproof vest was critical injured. Both of the suspects Wuller had shot died at the scene; each had an extensive record of prior offenses. Acknowledging these acts formally provides the opportunity to showcase exceptional work of the profession and provides the ability to emulate these everyday achievements. Lieutenant Scott Smith was one of the Watch Commanders that morning and among the first officers to arrive on scene. His reputation for honesty was well known throughout the area and not only made him a valuable witness in court but also made him credible to informants. Border PatrolAgent Jonathan Morales, U.S.Customs and Border Protection. Watch his storyhere. Officer Holloway transitioned from his electronic control weapon to his pistol and returned fire, striking the suspect. Officer MacAleese was concerned with the number of unsolved cases in Albuquerque and as a former AP reporter, he also understood the power of the media and thought they could help law enforcement solve crimes. I would like to nominate Mary Jane for the Employee of the year award. After the acquittal of four Los Angeles police offers in the Rodney King trial, riots were erupting across the country. Say, for example, that you are writing a nomination letter for the best employee. He conducted training classes in his methods and composed a 102-page textbook that resembled a college algebra manual. Officer Ostrowski and his wife, Patricia, taught self-defense to thousands of women and girls entirely on their own time. I have been working with her in the same department for three years now, and I have seen how she performs her tasks with zeal. 1976 Sergeant James Hopkins, Dayton, Ohio, Police Department. Parr radioed ahead to setup a protective perimeter around the hospital for the President and helped President Reagan walk into the hospital. While on routine patrol, Officer Barone was flagged down by a woman outside of . 2015 - Officer Scott T. Angulo, Tallahassee, Florida, Police Department. f. 1998 Trooper Charles M. West, New Hampshire State Police. Without Farinas quick actions, these numbers would have been worse. Agent Morales began firing at the shooter as theshooter fled towards his car. Dressed in plainclothes and carrying a concealed weapon, he joined the line of hostages. 1981 Special Agent Dennis V.N. Sgt. He left Dallas in 1993 to become the Director of Security for the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Summer Games and continues to work in the private sector. While he was able to stop oncoming traffic going towards the suspect, a young family in a stopped van could not get out of the car in time. As task force members arrived to arrest a suspect on burglary, firearms, and assault charges, the suspect fled. Following protocol, Lieutenant Smith initiated a full SWAT stand down and focused on securing the building and rescuing as many of the injured as possible. He retired in 1999. With their shift nearly over in the early morning hours of April 6, 1991, Officers Brown and Johnson were alerted by a witness of an assault in progress at gunpoint in an alley next to an apartment building. As Harwood approached the driver of the Mustang to check his drivers license and registration, the Suzukis driver made a U-turn two blocks away, gunned the engine and raced towards him at nearly 50 MPH. A month later, she gave birth to a healthy baby boy who is now a Honolulu Police Officer also. 1991 - Officers Vernice Brown and Alan Johnson, Pompano Beach, Florida, Police Department. He then remained on the scene as a SWAT operator for the remainder of the incident. During the course of this incident, Trooper Splain displayed courage and demonstrated restraint in an effort to secure the safety of all those at the scene. She has a keen ear and knows how to assign tasks to the right candidate.She leads her teams to success all the time. 1966 Sergeant Philip Dwyer, St. Louis, Missouri, Police Department, Sergeant Dwyer was a homicide detective, PTA president, part-time athletic coach, founder of a Boy Scout Troop, father of six, grandfather to four, and nemesis of hundreds of criminals. Covella is now a Spokane County Deputy Sheriff while Young works as a trainer for the FBI. Watch his storyhere. Seekins and two other officers ended up in a chase with the suspect whom they had heard was very unstable and wanted a shoot-out with police. Her leadership skills and positive attitude are evident on how she leads the team successfully. OW08/02 Watch the Incredible Stories of the 2020Finalistsand Winner. Two Orange County deputies responded, followed by Deputy Fulford and a trainee. Nominated by: Sheriff Steven McCain Grant Parish Sheriff's Office (LA) I would like to nominate a Deputy Sheriff for the Medal of Valor and/or the Deputy Sheriff of the Year. As more gunfire erupted from further inside, Captain Villanova continued to engage the remaining terrorists while helping more victims escapethereby helping secure the ground floor despite the urging of others to wait for the SWAT team. During the arrest, the shoplifters boyfriend, a violent felon, approached Young and pulled a knife from his pocket. Together, they began banging on residents doors. His family was unharmed. A search of the ground floor was initiated. Bowman spent a week in the hospital recovering from smoke inhalation and credits Trooper Cochran for saving her life. The subject fled, and Officer Dallas pursued. At the time, Foumais wife was watching the incident and for a few minutes, thought the worst had had happened to her husband. The three officers stayed behind to help the women by creating a metal bridge and were able to get them to safety. As President Regan was leaving the Washington Hilton via a VIP exit that day, six shots rang out. 2012 - Lieutenant Adam Kosheba, Pennsylvania State Police. Rask was able to get the couple out to safety. His actions helped save the lives of 304 passengers that day. Single exemplary acts and/or lifetime service will be considered. Write Your Letter Step-by-Step 1 Identify the person you are endorsing and the award for which he or she is a candidate. While relaxing at home with his pregnant wife and two young daughters, Patrolman Foumai heard a loud bang outside of their apartment. As the K-9 officer lay in the snow, Seekins fired back at the suspect with bullets flying over his head. Tuggle and Ramos drew their weapons but did not fire. The subject ignored repeated orders from Since September 1996, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund has honored a deserving officer (or set of officers) each month at the local, state or federal levelmen and women who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. The outstanding contribution to law enforcement made by Dallas . Pollock retired in 1989 and went into the private sector. However, I believe Trooper Splain's actions in an incident that occurred on July 16, 2007, have made him eligible for this award. Specifically, on this date Trooper Splain, Trooper Eric D. Dimler, and Trooper Geraldo Martinez were dispatched to a residence in Washington Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, to investigate a report of a male subject threatening his life and the lives of others in the residence with a firearm. On March 30, 1981, four Secret Service agents working together as a team saved the life of U.S. President Ronald Reagan. While drawing attention away from another officer who was helping the injured deputy, Officer Angulo was able to fatally wound the suspect and end the situation. It is with these qualities that I find Mary worthy of the employee of the year award. The suspect pulled a gun and shot Young five times but his body armor stopped two bullets to his chest and saved his life. Trooper Splain encountered a long hallway and assumed a tactical position and announced his presence. She killed one suspect and wounded another who then shot another deputy. As backup arrived, Wuller broke the glass door and ran upstairs. In his nomination letter, Indiana State Police Indianapolis District Lieutenant Josh Watson wrote: Trooper James (Jimmy) Williams is a four-year veteran of the Indiana State Police and embodies . The platform allows digital evidence to be reviewed by officers, with footage and live streams viewable in one central location, making . Sunier, a former Navy SEAL, retired but began working for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to train police officers, firefighters, and citizens in water rescue techniques. Firefighters tried to reach them with a long ladder over the water but they couldn't reach the boaters. I believe Trooper Splain has exemplified, through his actions, the professional standards highly regarded by the Pennsylvania State Police. He retired in 1992 and worked for the local courts in Sulpher Springs, Colorado. While Officer Jobe initially attempted to engage the suspect, Officer Battaglia ran toward the shooter. 1993 Sergeant Rory Tuggle, Las Vegas, Nevada, Metropolitan Police Department. As Pagerly was transported to the medical helicopter landing site, Kosheba continued first aid efforts that while ultimately unsuccessful, speak to Koshebas commitment to his team. Rioters tried to lure first responders into ambushes with false alarms. 1968 Officer Donald E. Rask, Denver, Colorado, Police Department. Advertisement Lehigh County Police Officer of the Year Nomination Dec. 29, 2021 The letter from the Troop M commanding officer recommending Jay Splain for the county's officer of the year. Once there, Garcia focused on rescuing the wounded officer and was struck in the face by a bullet or bullet fragment. At that time the subject's friend appeared and informed Trooper Splain that there was "a big problem. Earlier in 1984, he suggested to Trailways Lines, Inc., that the bus company offer runaways a free ride home from anywhere in the country. Introduction: The Police Officer of the Year, Security Officer of the Year, and Dispatcher of the Year award provides recognition of those employees who have demonstrated exceptional. In June 2001, a 911-call come in on a Sunday afternoon. In the midst of this harrowing scene, Kosheba returned fire, killing the suspect. Brown and Johnson, with the help of backup officers, were able to calm everyone down and assure them the shooting was justified. When the driver suddenly stopped and fled down an alley, Gilbert gave chase on foot. At the time, Lieutenant Prescott was in the library at a Toastmasters meeting and saw the gunman start herding hostages into a nearby conference room. The two injured officers were taken to hospitals and survived. At the time, Sergeant DiMartini was the most decorated police officer in the history of the New York City Police Department, with 191 department recognitions including the Combat Cross and Honorable Mention medals. There, he killed Associate Judge Vickie Bunnel and Senior Editor Dennis Joos. The IACP/Axon Police Officer of the Year Award represents the best of the police profession. Within minutes, the mob scattered. Walking into her apartment, they heard a noise and Foster stepped in front of the victim and called for backup.