[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 22, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S5265]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL K. NEAL

 Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today I recognize Arkansas 
wildlife officer Michael K. Neal, who put himself in harm's way earlier 
this year to save the lives of his fellow law enforcement officers.
  Officer Neal is credited by the West Memphis police for stopping a 
shootout with suspects in the deaths of two of their fellow officers. 
On May 20, Officer Neal rammed his truck into a van occupied by a 
father and son suspected of gunning down West Memphis officers Brandon 
Paudert and Bill Evans during a traffic stop on Interstate 40, before 
exchanging gunfire with law officers who cornered them in a parking 
lot.
  Officer Neal was one of 13 officers from multiple agencies involved 
in the shootout, and I commend the bravery and heroism of every law 
enforcement officer involved in this tragic event. I also send my 
heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost 
their lives.
  Mr. President, I am also proud that Officer Neal's bravery and 
heroism were recently honored during a ceremony at the Arkansas Game 
and Fish Commission, where he was presented with the Medal of Valor by 
Governor Mike Beebe. Officer Neal has received recognition from West 
Memphis-area legislators, the city of West Memphis and its police 
department, and by the Crittenden County Quorum Court and sheriff's 
office.
  Officer Neal represents the best of Arkansas, and he is more than 
deserving of these honors. I commend him for his valor, bravery, and 
selflessness.

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