[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 55 (Wednesday, March 24, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S1764]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING OFFICER TYLER HERDON

  Mr. BURR. Mr. President, I want to honor the life of Officer Tyler 
Avery Herndon of the Mount Holly Police Department. On December 11, 
2020, Officer Herndon's life was tragically cut short at just 25 years 
old while responding to a report of a break-in. I want to take a moment 
to remember him and his commitment to his community.
  Officer Herndon had served in the Mount Holly Police Department for 
just shy of 2 years before his young life was taken. He had ambitions 
of becoming an FBI agent and was approaching the time needed as a 
police officer to become eligible to apply. He was described by his 
fellow officers as ``the guy you just can't help but like'' and someone 
who ``lived a life of service, and always wanted to do what he could to 
help others.''
  Officer Herndon served the people of Mount Holly, NC, and today, we 
remember how he made the ultimate sacrifice. I want his family and the 
Mount Holly Police Department to know that my thoughts and prayers are 
with them as they grieve the loss of this exceptional young man. I know 
that Officer Herndon will be forever missed, and his service and 
sacrifice will not be forgotten.

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