[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 130 (Tuesday, September 6, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S5332]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING JEREMY HENWOOD

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, today I am honored to pay tribute 
to San Diego Police Officer Jeremy Henwood, who recently died in the 
line of duty at the age of 36. On August 6, 2011, Officer Henwood was 
shot by a suspect who pulled alongside his patrol car. He passed away 
several hours later.
  In his 4-year career with the San Diego Police Department's Mid-City 
Division, Officer Henwood earned a reputation as a caring, dedicated 
officer, and committed leader. Everyday, he selflessly put his life on 
the line to protect the city he loved.
  A strong believer in public service, Jeremy Henwood served in the 
U.S. Marine Corps for 15 years, first on active duty and later as 
Reservist. Major Henwood did two tours of duty in Iraq and one in 
Afghanistan. He recently returned from deployment in Helmand Province, 
Afghanistan, where he commanded a Marine logistics company.
  Police Chief William Lansdowne has stated that Officer Henwood 
``believed he was a protector and his job was to save others.'' One of 
his colleagues called him ``a true hero who not only served this 
country, but served this city.'' A generous and courageous man in life, 
Officer Henwood's organs were donated to save other lives.
  Officer Henwood is survived by his mother Beverly, his father Robbie, 
and younger siblings Robbie Junior and Emily. My thoughts and prayers 
are with them during this tragic time. I also send my deepest 
condolences to Officer Henwood's colleagues in the San Diego Police 
Department, who continue to serve our community and protect our 
people.

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