Recieved this from the PD today. It’s related to the shootings in GTS in Feb. Congratulations to all these officers and a hearty thanks for their actions.
Police Department
Administrative Services Division
Memorandum
TO: The Force
FROM: Captain Quentin F. Lawler
DATE: June 10, 2011
SUBJECT: Chief D.W. Keen, Sgt. T.J. Rodriquez Off. C.W. Shields, and Off. D.D. Black to be awarded Police Department Honorable Service Medal
Pursuant to the provisions within General Order 1-9, the Office of the Chief of Police has received and endorsed a nomination through the Chain of Command recommending Chief Douglas W. Keen, Sergeant Thomas J. Rodriquez, Officer Christopher W. Shields and Officer Derrick D. Black be awarded the Police Department’s Honorable Service Medal for their lifesaving actions on February 10, 2011.
These officer’s actions during a “Shooting” call, as outlined in a memorandum put forth by Captain A.O. Dennis, were exemplary and believed to have ultimately saved the life of a citizen. These officers responded on scene with information indicating the possibility of a mass shooting event where there were victims either shot or stabbed and limited knowledge on the suspect’s whereabouts. Confronted with the task of aiding the victims and the threat of possibly encountering an active shooter, the officers quickly and diligently planned their course of action and acted courageously and efficiently in its execution.
Please join me in congratulating and commending these officers for a job well done. A formal recognition and awards ceremony will be announced when scheduled.