[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 4 (Tuesday, January 9, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E11]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN MEMORY OF SHERIFF MIKE REEVES

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                      HON. TERESA LEGER FERNANDEZ

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, January 9, 2024

  Ms. LEGER FERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Sheriff 
Mike Reeves, a stalwart guardian of Curry County in Eastern New Mexico. 
On December 4, 2023, Sheriff Reeves tragically passed away due to 
natural causes while participating in training at the New Mexico Police 
Academy.
  For over four decades, Sheriff Reeves dedicated himself to serving 
the residents of New Mexico and Curry County in various law enforcement 
roles. Those residents elected him as Sheriff and he assumed the office 
on January 1, 2023. Previously, beginning in 2015, he served as 
Undersheriff for the Curry County Sheriff's Office. He brought with him 
a wealth of experience garnered from his tenure with the Aztec Police 
Department, University of New Mexico Police Department, Clovis Police 
Department, and New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
  Notably, Sheriff Reeves specialized in narcotics investigation. He 
commanded the Region V Drug Task Force in eastern New Mexico for 
several years. His contributions were instrumental in significant 
operations that curbed the distribution of controlled substances. They 
enhanced community safety as they led to the apprehension of numerous 
dealers and removal of substantial quantities of illicit drugs from our 
streets.
  Sheriff Reeves exemplified bravery and heroism. In 2008, he cleared 
the airway of a choking infant and saved her life. Additionally, his 
valorous acts following the mass shooting at the Clovis-Carver library 
in August 2017 earned him a citation for his courageous service.
  Sheriff Reeves was not only respected but deeply beloved by his 
community, colleagues, and family. We extend our heartfelt condolences 
to his mother and stepfather Glenda and James Hileman, sons Collin and 
Hayden Reeves, daughter Avery Reeves, and his sister and brother-in-law 
Jamie and Greg Morton.
  Law enforcement personnel in Curry County and across our beautiful 
state put their lives on the line daily for the safety and well-being 
of our communities. Sheriff Reeves dedicated his life to this mission. 
He left an indelible impact on his family, fellow officers, and the 
citizens of Curry County.
  In recognition of his unwavering commitment and service, we honor 
Sheriff Mike Reeves and his legacy. May his dedication and courage 
continue to inspire us all.

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