[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 32 (Tuesday, February 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E206]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF OFFICER CHASE MADDOX

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                           HON. JODY B. HICE

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 20, 2018

  Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life and legacy of Officer Chase Maddox, a brave Locust Grove Police 
Department officer who was killed on February 9, 2018, while assisting 
two Henry County Sheriff deputies who were dispatched to answer a 
minor, routine call that turned violent.
  Mr. Speaker, Chase Maddox, a graduate of Ola High School in 
McDonough, Georgia, was only 26 years old when his life was taken. 
Known as a smart and charismatic young man, Officer Maddox dedicated 
himself to his family and service to our community. He leaves behind 
his wife, Alex, and two young sons, one of whom was delivered just four 
days after Chase passed away. I'm praying for his widow, that precious 
new life, their family, and future, and I know that I am joined by 
many, many more whose hearts also go out to this grieving, young 
family.
  Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, hundreds of mourners filled pews, hallways, 
and overflow rooms at Glen Haven Baptist Church, standing in salute to 
this fallen officer. The outreach from family, friends, and strangers 
in the area has been overwhelming, and I'm proud of the fortitude and 
encouragement displayed by our neighborhood.
  Mr. Speaker, our law enforcement officers deserve the respect of all 
Americans for putting their lives on the line on a daily basis in order 
to keep us safe. I ask my colleagues to join me in a moment of silence 
and prayer to honor the life of Officer Chase Maddox, who will be 
sorely issed by so many in the 10th District of Georgia.

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