Two Dalton Police officers were recognized Tuesday for their recent heroic efforts. At this week's Public Safety Commission meeting, Jeff Carrier and Chad Owen each received a Medal of Valor. The medals were awarded after both officers risked their lives to try and save a baby from a burning apartment. Fire officials were still en route to the blaze when our officers arrived on the scene. The officers entered the burning building and emptied four fire extinguishers while trying to reach the upstairs bedroom where the baby was trapped.
Chief Jason Parker presenting the medals
Public Safety Commissioner Lane Ashworth, Officer Chad Owen, Jeff Carrier & Chief Jason Parker
Our family lives only a few houses away from Officer Carrier. We are proud to be your neighbors. Thank-you for a job well done, and for serving above and beyond the call of duty. Good luck on your new endeavor. And you daddy is mighty proud of you as well. I talked to him yesterday.
Posted by: Craig Burnes | April 25, 2008 at 05:45 PM