[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 70 (Tuesday, June 6, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1022]
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 CONGRATULATING OFFICER JOHN ANGLE OF THE MOBILE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF 
                 BEING NAMED ALABAMA'S TOP COP BY NAPO

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 6, 2006

  Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to honor Officer John Angle of the Mobile Police Department, on the 
occasion of his selection as a Top Cop by the National Association of 
Police Organization for 2006. The officers of 10 cases from throughout 
the nation are awarded this honor each year.
  A resident of Mobile, Officer Angle has been an exemplary member of 
the Mobile Police Department since September 1999. He was nominated for 
this award by Captain James Barber for his heroic actions above and 
beyond the call of duty in an incident that occurred on July 23, 2005.
  On that night, Officer Angle responded to a burglary in progress call 
in Mobile. He located and attempted to stop the vehicle as it was 
leaving the city, but the suspects sped away. A chase ensued with the 
suspects firing at Officer Angle. Though he was alone on the scene and 
backup was unavailable, he continued to pursue them.
  The suspects pulled over and exchanged gunfire with the officer three 
times during the twelve minute chase before finally crashing into a 
ditch. The suspects then exited the vehicle and continued to fire on 
Officer Angle. He successfully wounded one of the suspects and the two 
subsequently surrendered.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my great honor to recognize Officer John Angle and 
to commend him for his courage and this well deserved award. I wish him 
many safe and distinguished years on the police force, and convey my 
deepest gratitude for his service to Mobile. He is an outstanding 
example of the quality of individuals who have devoted their lives to 
law enforcement. I know John's colleagues, his fiancee Laura, his 
family, and many friends join me in praising his accomplishments and 
extending thanks for his efforts over the years on behalf of the 
citizens of Mobile and Alabama's First Congressional District.

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