[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 131 (Wednesday, October 18, 2000)]
[Senate]
[Pages S10709-S10710]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               A TRIBUTE TO SPECIAL AGENT DAVID J. WILSON

 Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, during the 106th Congress, the 
Detroit Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation lost two of 
its most dedicated agents to battles with cancer. Both were respected 
not only for their professional accomplishments, but also for the 
manner in which they conducted themselves outside of their work, as 
each contributed considerably to the Detroit community. I rise today in 
honor and in memory of Special Agent David J. Wilson, one of these two 
men.
  Before joining the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 1980, Special 
Agent Wilson served the Nation as a military police officer, earning 
the National Defense, Marksman and Sharpshooter service medals. Upon 
joining the FBI, he quickly earned top honors in his Academy Class for 
academics, physical fitness and marksmanship.
  Special Agent Wilson spent the majority of his FBI career working in 
Detroit. He specialized in drug and white collar crime matters, and was 
highly regarded for his investigative skills. Indeed, he was a pioneer 
in the investigation of health care fraud, and his undercover work in 
the Detroit area yielded numerous successful prosecutions which saved 
and recovered millions of dollars for the State of Michigan in 
fraudulent medical billings. They also helped to prevent the illegal 
diversion of controlled substances by health care professionals.
  Special Agent Wilson received many commendations, including two 
national awards, on account of his investigative prowess. In 1997, he 
was appointed to the position of Polygrapher for the Detroit Field 
Office, a position he held with great pride.
  The City of Detroit was in many ways a perfect fit for Special Agent 
Wilson. He developed a unique interest in its history and architecture. 
An accomplished vocalist himself, he had a passion for music, and 
particularly for the ``Motown'' sound. He also had an

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appreciation for fine arts and for the theater, both of which were 
nurtured in Detroit. And, as an avid basketball player and fan, he was 
able to cheer on the Detroit Pistons during the greatest years that 
organization has known.
  Special Agent Wilson passed away on August 29, 1999 at the age of 47. 
He is survived by his wife, Patricia, and two sons, Lerone and Paul.
  The Federal Bureau of Investigation works hard to ensure that its 
agents set a strong moral example for the people they are entrusted to 
protect. There is no question that Special Agent Wilson was a leader in 
this regard. Dedicated to his Nation, his agency and his family, he was 
a role model in the Detroit community, and he will be deeply 
missed.

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