[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23530]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO CHIEF CHARLES A. MOOSE

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                        HON. ALBERT RUSSELL WYNN

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 22, 2002

  Mr. WYNN. Mr. Speaker, I proudly rise today to honor Montgomery 
County Police Chief Charles A. Moose for his exemplary work on the 
investigation of the sniper shootings that recently plagued the 
Washington Metro Region. I would like to commend Chief Moose for 
exhibiting great patience and humility amidst the frenzied media 
coverage, which was marked by excesses and speculation.
  Chief Moose exhibited tremendous leadership and excellent teamwork by 
coordinating with other jurisdictions and law enforcement agencies. 
Chief Moose directed a multi-agency task force, whose work led to the 
eventual capture of the sniper suspects. Chief Moose became the public 
face of the investigation, holding daily press briefings, and consoling 
the public when a child became a victim of the sniper attacks.
  Throughout the sniper shootings, many in the community looked to law 
enforcement to reassure their ever-present fears. Chief Moose served as 
a calming and informative spokesman, providing the public with needed 
information and a community oriented perspective.
  Although Chief Moose has just recently come to national attention, he 
has always been active in the local community and has received numerous 
awards for his law enforcement and community activity. Along with his 
role as Chief of Police, Moose teaches criminology at the local 
community college, and serves as a Major in the District of Columbia 
National Air Guard. Chief Moose is clearly a tremendous leader, and an 
invaluable member of the Montgomery County Police force who has a 
bright and promising future ahead of him. It is truly an honor to have 
him serve in our community.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to again thank Chief Charles A. Moose for his 
work in helping to apprehend the sniper suspects, and returning our 
community to normal. I urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing an 
honorable and professional member of the law enforcement community.

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