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Battle Ground Police recognize life-saving actions and officer of the year; unveil upgraded 'Manny 2' ghost car
Summary
The police department presented a life-saving medal to Lieutenant Jason Perdue and named Detective Ethan Pokey the 2024 officer of the year. Chief Dennis Flynn also described 'Manny 2,' a retooled ghost car traffic deterrent built by fleet supervisor Mike Wilcox, and presented Wilcox with a commendation.
Battle Ground — At its June 2 meeting the Battle Ground Police Department and city leaders recognized off-duty actions and investigative work by department members and showcased an upgraded traffic-deterrent vehicle nicknamed “Manny 2.”
Chief Dennis Flynn described the life-saving actions of Lieutenant Jason Perdue, awarding him a life-saving medal for intervening at a Blaine restaurant in August 2024 when an elderly woman was choking. Flynn said Perdue “immediately sprang into action” and that his intervention “successfully cleared the woman's airway.” The chief said Perdue coordinated with emergency services until paramedics arrived.
The department also named Detective Ethan Pokey its 2024 officer…
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