[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 75 (Wednesday, May 1, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2820]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRAGEDY IN CHARLOTTE

  (Ms. ADAMS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. ADAMS. Madam Speaker, in the face of tragedy, we often find 
ourselves angry and disillusioned, but Madam Speaker, I rise today 
because I am thankful.
  I am thankful for the strength of the Charlotte community, I am 
thankful for the law enforcement personnel that put their lives on the 
line each and every day to protect us, and I am thankful for the four 
officers that made the ultimate sacrifice in Charlotte this past 
Monday.
  Thomas ``Tommy'' Weeks, was a 13-year veteran of the U.S. marshals, a 
husband and dedicated father of four children.
  Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Officer Joshua Eyer, was a 6-
year veteran of the Department who was recently named Employee of the 
Month. Joshua leaves behind his wife, Ashley, and their beautiful 3-
year-old son.
  Department of Adult Correction Officers Sam Poloche and Alden 
Elliott, were both 14-year veterans of the Department.
  Officer Poloche was known for being active in his community, a loving 
husband, and a devoted father to his two sons who are set to graduate 
from high school and college in just a few weeks.
  Officer Elliott also leaves behind a loving wife and one child.
  As we mourn these four men and pray for the speedy recovery of the 
four other officers who were injured, let us never forget to be 
thankful for the heroes that walk among us and to the families and 
colleagues these men leave behind.
  Your community is with you. We are here for you, and we are lifting 
you up in prayer. The days and weeks ahead will be difficult, but 
together, we will persevere because we are Charlotte Strong.
  May the memories of these officers be the light that guides us 
forward and provides comfort to those who are mourning.

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