[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 31 (Tuesday, February 25, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E233]
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   RECOGNIZING DEPUTY SHERIFF CHAD R. KOWALCZYK FOR HIS BRAVERY AND 
                    SELFLESSNESS IN THE LINE OF DUTY

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                           HON. SEAN P. DUFFY

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 25, 2014

  Mr. DUFFY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Taylor County 
Deputy Sheriff Chad R. Kowalczyk for his bravery, selflessness, and 
quick thinking in the line of duty while responding to a call on 
September 8, 2013.
  Deputy Kowalczyk responded to a call of an armed suspect who had 
several hostages. Upon arriving at the scene, Deputy Kowalczyk 
requested back-up.
  When the suspect began firing shots at Deputy Kowalczyk, he retreated 
to a position of cover and attempted to warn the responding officers of 
the situation. Unable to make radio contact, Deputy Kowalczyk decided 
to leave his position of cover to get to his squad car, knowingly 
putting his life in jeopardy.
  When Deputy Kowalczyk broke cover, he was struck by a round in his 
left abdomen.
  Deputy Kowalczyk made it to his car and radioed the other officers 
alerting them of the situation. When they arrived at the scene, they 
found Deputy Kowalczyk taking up a tactical position, despite his 
serious injuries.
  Mr. Speaker, Deputy Kowalczyk may not agree with me, but he is a 
hero. His quick thinking and selflessness not only saved his fellow 
officers, but the family held hostage in their home. Please join me in 
thanking Deputy Kowalczyk once again for his bravery, selflessness, and 
quick thinking in the line of duty.

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