[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 109 (Thursday, June 22, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3075]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF OFFICER MARK WAGNER, II

  (Mr. GOOD of Virginia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. GOOD of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mourn the tragic 
loss of Wintergreen Police Officer Mark Christopher Wagner, II, and to 
honor the legacy that he has left behind.
  On June 16, 2023, Officer Wagner responded to a call for help 
following an assault in the Wintergreen community of Nelson County, 
Virginia. He was the first officer to arrive at the scene when he 
bravely ran into harm's way, as these officers do every day, to 
apprehend the suspect who would fatally attack him.
  My prayers are with the family, friends, and loved ones of Officer 
Wagner as they grieve the loss of his life and begin to process life in 
his absence.
  Psalm 34 reads: ``The Lord is close to the brokenhearted . . .''
  We grieve this tragic loss and we pray for the peace and comfort that 
only the Lord can provide to Officer Wagner's family.
  Every day, Officer Wagner was committed to bravely protecting the 
Wintergreen community. He was an exceptional example of sacrificial 
service, giving his life to secure and defend the lives of others. I am 
humbled to recognize the valor of Officer Wagner and the courage and 
dedication he demonstrated to his community.
  May God bless his family.

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