[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9219]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         TOP COPS--ISSAQUAH PD

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                         HON. DAVID G. REICHERT

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 18, 2012

  Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, September 24 of last year during a 
beautiful fall afternoon, six police officers in Issaquah, Washington 
stopped a gunman intent on murdering innocent people. Because of their 
quick actions and bravery, the officers will be honored Saturday 
evening at the 19th annual TOP COPS Awards ceremony in Washington, DC.
  On that fateful day last fall, the gunman walked through yards and on 
sidewalks indiscriminately firing a rifle at homes, businesses, and 
passersby. Not far away, more than 100 people were watching a youth 
football game at a local school. Before the players and spectators 
could find refuge, the six officers put an end to his rampage utilizing 
the information being relayed via 9-1-1 operators.
  On that day, as on every day, law enforcement officers saved lives 
calmly, swiftly and selflessly.
  Each year, Mr. Speaker, the National Association of Police 
Organizations recognizes law enforcement officers from federal, state, 
county and local agencies for acts of bravery, courage and outstanding 
service to their communities over the preceding year. I am proud that 
six of our nation's finest officers--and who serve in the district that 
I represent--8th of Washington--will be acknowledged with the rest of 
our heroes during police week.
  Mr. Speaker, to Officers Brian Horn, Jesse Petersen, Laura Asbell, 
Tom Griffith, Corporal Christian Munoz, and Sergeant Chris Wilson, I 
say ``thank you.'' I will continue to support you and all of our law 
enforcement professionals around the country.

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