[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 24 (Wednesday, February 5, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E93]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                   RECOGNIZING OFFICER OSCAR GUEVARA

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                            HON. JAMES COMER

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2025

  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Officer Oscar 
Guevara of the Frankfort Police Department for being awarded the 2024 
Medal of Merit Citation for his bravery responding to a structure fire.
  Once Officer Guevara and Officer Byrd arrived at the scene of the 
fire, they immediately took action to rescue a mentally disabled female 
trapped inside the burning structure. After finding the front door was 
unsafe to enter, they went to the rear of the structure and scaled a 
fence to reach the victim.
  With Officer Guevara supporting Officer Byrd, they executed a 
critical rescue operation by reaching through a smoke-filled window to 
remove the trapped female from the building moments before the 
structure was completely engulfed.
  Through successfully executing this critical rescue operation, 
Officer Guevara showcased great bravery in the face of distress. Their 
actions demonstrate the utmost professionalism and capability beyond 
day-to-day requirements.
  Officer Guevara voluntarily performed extraordinary acts of bravery. 
His actions went above and beyond and have made him deserving of this 
fine honor. I am confident that Officer Guevara will continue to serve 
as an exemplary role model for law enforcement officers across the 1st 
Congressional District and the entire Commonwealth of Kentucky.

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