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“RECOGNIZING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE IN POLICING” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Justice was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1618 on Dec. 19, 2019.
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RECOGNIZING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S AWARD FOR
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE IN POLICING
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HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY
of virginia
in the house of representatives
Thursday, December 19, 2019
Mr. CONNOLLY . Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate four law enforcement officers of the Prince William County Police Department who have been awarded the Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service in Policing by the United States Department of Justice. These officers have been selected by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services for their bravery and commitment to service. Only 19 law enforcement professionals from across the country have been selected to receive this award this year, and to be recognized by the Department of Justice is a distinct honor that brings pride to the Prince William County Police Department and the communities that these officers protect.
Throughout their careers, these officers have bravely placed themselves in the line of danger. It takes a tremendous amount of courage and character to step into high-risk situations, qualities that these honorees exhibit in abundance. In November of 2018, the Prince William County Police Department received an emergency call reporting an active shooter. Upon arriving to the scene, these officers took immediate action to warn incoming units while taking cover from gunfire. The shooter, who was on the roof, ignored commands to surrender and was eventually struck and fell to the ground. Overcoming their fear of a possible second gunman, the officers exposed themselves to extract the shooter for medical treatment and also pulled a civilian from a residence to safety. The bravery and heroism displayed that day represents true courage and went far above and beyond the line of duty.
It is my honor to recognize the following recipients of the Third Annual Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service in Policing:
Officer Evan Jurgenson
Officer Nicholas Kelly
Officer Rachel Mynier
Officer John Yenchak
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me once again in honoring these individuals for their bravery and dedication and in thanking them for their selfless service. The importance of their vital roles in protecting the safety of our neighborhoods cannot be overstated and is truly worthy of our highest praise.
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