Officers with the city of Winder’s Police Department were recently recognized for their heroism as they responded to the Sept. 4 shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County.
As the deadliest school shooting in Georgia’s history, the tragedy in early September left four dead and nine injured and led to student demonstrations across the state.
A total of six officers were awarded the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Distinguished Citizen Medal during a ceremony on Monday, Dec. 16.
The DAR Distinguished Citizen Medal is presented to those who demonstrate honor, service, courage, leadership and patriotism, according to city officials.
“While we abhor the evil actions and events that caused chaos and pain that day, we are very proud of all the law enforcement, fire and medical personnel that bravely ran toward danger that day to stop evil and help save lives,” Winder Police Chief Jim Fullington said. “In addition, these public safety personnel were bravely carrying out the training and plans that they had diligently prepared for during the previous year.”
Recipients of the award often include emergency first responders like firefighters, police officers and paramedics, as well as emergency health responders and active-duty personnel, who demonstrate exceptional bravery and acts of heroism in their jobs.
The six officers to receive the metal Monday include:
- Capt. Rob Curott
- Cpl. Alexandria Hill
- Ofc. Oscar Flores
- Ofc. Jacob Harris
- Ofc. Joshua Perry
- Ofc. Kevin Wolf
