[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 79 (Friday, May 7, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E483]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 IN RECOGNITION OF LIEUTENANT ALLEN H. TOMLIN, JR., FOR RECEIVING THE 
                   ROBERT JACKSON EURY MEMORIAL AWARD

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 7, 2021

  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Kannapolis Police 
Department's Lieutenant Allen H. Tomlin, Jr. for receiving the Robert 
Jackson Eury Memorial Award.
  A native of Concord, North Carolina, Lieutenant Tomlin began his 
career with the Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office in July 1997. He 
joined the Kannapolis Police Department in September 1998, serving as a 
Field Training Officer from September 2000 until becoming a Master 
Police Officer in January 2011. Shortly afterward, he was promoted to 
Sergeant, and then made Lieutenant in June 2019. Allen is a member of 
KPD's Special Response Team as a trained negotiator.
  Allen holds an Advance Law Enforcement Certificate from the N.C. 
Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and has 
completed more than 3,007 hours of professional training. Kannapolis 
Police Chief Terry Spry refers to Allen as a quiet hero who truly 
embraces a servant leadership philosophy, serving with exceptional 
character, courage, and commitment.
  The Robert Jackson Eury Memorial Award is presented in memory of 
Robert Jackson Eury, a man who lost his life in the line of duty while 
serving as a Cabarrus County law enforcement officer. This award keeps 
Mr. Eury's legacy alive through officers who share his same admirable 
and commendable spirit in Cabarrus County. Lt. Tomlin fits the mold of 
esteemed law enforcement officers in our community set by Robert Eury, 
and there is no doubt in my mind that Lt. Tomlin will continue his 
outstanding leadership and maintain his unwavering values while 
protecting and serving the people of Cabarrus County; I am excited to 
see what the future holds for such a dedicated law enforcement 
professional.
  Madam Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Lt. Allen H. 
Tomlin, Jr. for receiving the Robert Jackson Eury Memorial Award. We 
all wish him well as he continues to make a positive impact on our 
community.

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