Tag: Officer of the Month

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FL Officers Honored by NLEOMF for Saving Child from Submerged Vehicle

The vehicle was partially submerged and still sinking as officers arrived on the scene. They found the emotional driver in the water, desperately trying to free his 3-year-old son who was below the water line and trapped in his car seat.

June 15, 2023

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Nashville Active Shooter Response Officers Named NLEOMF Officers of the Month

May 2, 2023

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Dallas Officer Named NLEOMF Officer of the Month for Saving Child

Senior Corporal Sergio Perez did not hesitate to provide assistance, and discovered the child was completely unresponsive and not breathing. Using his CPR training, he was able to quickly restore the child’s breathing.

March 30, 2023

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NYPD Officers Named NLEOMF January 2023 Officer of the Month

As they were patrolling near East 183rd Street, they noticed two suspicious persons walking with ski masks covering their faces. The officers drove toward the two suspects intending to stop them when one of the suspects reportedly turned without warning.

March 1, 2023

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CT Officer Honored by NLEOMF for Fatally Shooting Cop Killer During Ambush

Despite being wounded himself, Iurato maintained his composure and moved to a position of cover. He was then able to determine the suspect’s position and returned fire, striking and killing the armed suspect.

February 8, 2023

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2 NYPD Officers Honored by NLEOMF for Rescuing Man from Subway Tracks

“The selfless actions of these officers and their immediate response to a citizen in need undoubtedly saved a life,” said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. “It is not difficult to imagine a far different outcome had these officers not acted so quickly and decisively."

January 3, 2023

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NC Deputy is NLEOMF August Officer of the Month

As the officer approached the stopped vehicle, the driver immediately began firing numerous shots at Whyms, hitting him twice in his lower body and three times in his upper body.

September 27, 2022

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NJ Trio Named NLEOMF Officers of the Month

D’Alto and D’Elia arrived at the scene and assisted Triano in rescuing the driver from the burning vehicle. After dousing the flames, both D’Alto and D’Elia were able to pull the driver out before flames started to spread to the interior cabin.

September 1, 2022

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AZ Cop Who Donated Kidney is NLEOMF Officer of the Month

Ravelo was selected for this honor after she demonstrated selflessness in donating one of her kidneys to save the life of a friend’s young child.

June 27, 2022

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FL Trooper Named Officer of the Month for Saving Runners from Wrong-Way Driver

“We would like to congratulate [Trooper] Schuck for her extreme act of bravery and courage as her quick actions prevented what could have been a tragic situation.” said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

May 10, 2022

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PA Officer Named National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Officer of the Month

During a heavy snow storm in January 2022, Officer Gonzalez was at a convenience store and shoveled snow for a cashier who could not do so. "Showing sympathy towards a stranger and assisting with snow shoveling is just one of the many reasons Officer Gonzalez is an outstanding role model and leader in his community," NLEMM says.

April 12, 2022

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NJ Officer Named NLEOMF Officer of the Month

LT. David Grogan began calling out to the trapped residents when he heard a woman respond and then crawled onto the balcony and into the burning apartment to locate her. He found the woman and pulled her onto the balcony where firefighters were waiting. Lieutenant Grogan helped lower the woman onto a fire truck ladder where she was helped to safety.

September 17, 2020