Dalton swears in two police officers and presents lifesaving awards to two officers
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Summary
The board swore in Ellen Cook and Daryl Kendall as police officers and presented lifesaving awards to Officers Gist and Herrera for rescuing two juveniles from a burning vehicle on June 20.
The Village of Dalton swore in two new police officers and recognized two others with lifesaving awards at the Aug. 4 meeting.
Mayor House administered the oath to Ellen Cook and Daryl Kendall. The board then presented lifesaving awards to Officer Gist and Officer Herrera for actions during a June 20 incident when the officers rescued two juveniles from a vehicle that had become fully engulfed in flames. A presenter described the officers’ actions: they advanced toward the burning vehicle, each pulled 1 juvenile to safety and prevented further injury.
Why it matters: Trustees said the police department has been hiring and rebuilding staffing; the ceremony highlighted recruitment progress and a department focus on public safety.
Supporting details: Committee reports earlier in the meeting showed the police department issued parking and traffic citations and reported felony and misdemeanor arrests; trustees said nine hires have been made since the new administration took office and that the police and fire commission has convened.
Ending: Trustees praised the officers’ quick action and encouraged residents to support police and fire recruitment efforts.
