[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 90 (Tuesday, June 18, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1110]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 SGT. CHARLES KOHRHERR HONORED FOR SERVICE TO HIS COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 18, 1996

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay special tribute to 
Sgt. Charles Kohrherr, a courageous individual who has served the 
Nation in time of war and whose bravery has helped protect Union City 
from crime for many years. His selfless dedication to public service 
has made him a model of excellence in law enforcement and an ambassador 
of goodwill throughout the community.
  In 1967, Sgt. Kohrherr began his career enlisting in the U.S. Army. 
From 1968 to 1969, he was assigned to the 1st Aviation Brigade, 61st 
Helicopter Company, while serving in Vietnam. Before being honorably 
discharged from the Army in 1970, he amassed an outstanding service 
record, including 11 air medal awards, the Vietnam Campaign Ribbon, a 
Unit Citation and the Air Crewman Badge of Courage.
  Following his military service, he joined the Union City Police 
Department in 1971. By 1972, he was made a detective and assigned to 
the Narcotics Unit. Then in 1974, while serving as a narcotics officer, 
he was shot and his partner was killed while apprehending an escapee 
from a Florida chain gang. Despite this enormous tragedy, Sgt. Kohrherr 
found the courage to continue his law enforcement career and to serve 
with the Narcotics Unit until 1976. After serving several more years in 
various departmental units such as the Motorcycle Division and Uniform 
Patrol, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant where he completed his 
law enforcement career.
  Sgt. Kohrherr's career exemplifies the true meaning of valor and 
achievement. For his service as a law enforcement officer, he was 
awarded the New Jersey State Medal of Honor, the State P.B.A. Valor 
Award, four meritorious service awards, and the Knights of Columbus 
Policeman of the Year Award. Aside from being a highly decorated and 
respected officer, Sgt. Kohrherr has for many years put his life on the 
line for the protection and safety of others. It is therefore fitting 
to say that Sgt. Charles Kohrherr is truly one of New Jersey's finest.
  I ask that my colleagues join me in honoring Sgt. Charles Kohrherr, a 
special individual who has devoted himself to serving his country and 
community with honor and dignity. I applaud the dedication of such a 
remarkable man and an exceptional law enforcement official.

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