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Perry City Police present Medal of Valor to Detective Zachary Wadups
Summary
The Perry City Police Department presented a Medal of Valor to Detective Zachary Wadups for actions on Nov. 7, 2025, when he entered an armed family disturbance and secured a firearm, preventing further harm.
Perry City honored Detective Zachary Wadups at its June 25 council meeting with the department’s Medal of Valor. Police Chief Hansi introduced the nomination and Sergeant Jordan read the incident summary: on Nov. 7, 2025, detectives responded to a chaotic family disturbance where a shot had already been fired and a suspect’s finger remained on the trigger. Detective Wadups made a deliberate decision to enter the home alone, secure the firearm and stabilize a dangerous situation; staff said his actions prevented additional injury and spared the family a tragedy.
Chief Hansi and department members praised Wadups’ composure and judgment; family members assisted in the pinning ceremony. The council paused its agenda to recognize the award before returning to budget business.
