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Utah Senate presents citations honoring Officer Doug Barney II and recognizes Officer John Ritchie
Summary
The Utah Senate read formal citations honoring Unified Police Officer Douglas S. Barney II, who was killed in the line of duty on Jan. 17, 2016, and presented a citation for Officer John Ritchie, who was wounded in the same incident; families and department representatives attended and were recognized on the Senate floor.
Senators read official citations honoring Officer Douglas S. Barney II and recognizing Officer John Ritchie for their service to the community and law enforcement. The citation for Officer Barney recounts his biography and service and notes he was killed in the line of duty on 01/17/2016; the chamber extended condolences to his wife, children and family.
The Senate also read a citation for Officer John Ritchie, describing a 32‑year law‑enforcement career that included work in West Jordan, Salt Lake City, and the Unified Police Department and noting he sustained gunshot wounds while responding to the same incident. Senators thanked both officers and the Unified Police Department and invited family and department representatives to the front of the chamber.
The Senate’s remarks emphasized public gratitude for the officers’ service and expressed support for the families. The body paused regular business for recognition and citations.
