[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 110 (Wednesday, July 11, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1491]
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                  HONORING SERGEANT RONALD D. SLOCKETT

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                           HON. NICK LAMPSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 11, 2007

  Mr. LAMPSON. Madam Speaker, it is with great pride that I stand 
before you today to honor the memory of an admirable man and fallen 
officer, Sergeant Ronald D. Slockett of the Sugar Land Police 
Department. His memory continues to represent the many brave Americans 
who put their lives in the line of fire every day to keep our cities 
and states safe. It is for his unwavering commitment to his duty and 
dedication to serving his community that the Police Department will be 
commemorating his sacrifice with a 21-gun salute to be held on the 
steps of Sugar Land City Hall on July 2nd.
  Twenty years ago, while the Nation was celebrating its Independence 
Day, Sergeant Slockett patrolled the streets. During a routine traffic 
stop, suspects in the car shot and fatally wounded the veteran 
policeman. The perpetrators were drug traffickers who were holding 
hostages in the vehicle with the intent to harm them. Sergeant 
Slockett's courageous actions that fateful night will always be 
remembered with admiration, and today, he is recognized as the only 
Sugar Land Police Department officer to be killed in the line of duty.
  Those who knew him recalled his ``humor and fast wit,'' and his 
``gift to make you laugh.'' His daughter described him ``as a perfect 
father,'' while others expressed their respect for his bravery. Simply 
said, Sergeant Slockett's energy and dedication continues to inspire 
many in the field. I am proud to honor his commendable contribution as 
a fallen soldier safeguarding our families and homes.

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