[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5261]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      CONGRESSIONAL BADGE OF BRAVERY PRESENTED TO COBB COUNTY HERO

                                 ______
                                 

                         HON. BARRY LOUDERMILK

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 27, 2016

  Mr. LOUDERMILK. Mr. Speaker, it's not every day that we get to 
recognize a true hometown hero. Last month, I was given the great honor 
of presenting the Congressional Badge of Bravery to a very deserving 
hero.
  Officer Tony Luong, of the DeKalb County Police Department, and a 
resident of the 11th Congressional District, puts on his uniform each 
day, knowing the dangers he may face. However, his commitment to 
serving his fellow man is greater than the risk.
  In December, 2014, during a home invasion with two heavily armed 
suspects, Officer Luong arrived on the scene, ready to do whatever it 
took to keep his community safe. The two suspects ignored police orders 
and began shooting at the law officers. The policemen took cover and 
returned fire. As Officer Luong attempted to detain one of the 
suspects, he sustained a near fatal bullet wound to the leg, just prior 
to the officers apprehending the suspect and taking him into custody. 
While Officer Luong was undergoing life-saving measures in the 
hospital, the second suspect was captured after a four-hour manhunt 
with the assistance of surrounding police jurisdictions.
  During this incident, Officer Luong showed uncommon courage in the 
face of imminent danger, protecting DeKalb County residents against a 
violent home invasion. Even though Officer Luong was shot in the line 
of duty, his commitment to protecting innocent lives is unwavering. 
Today, Officer Luong continues to serve on the DeKalb County Police 
force, and I'm proud to know such a brave officer, who even in the 
midst of danger, does not cower in fear, but courageously takes action 
to serve and protect his fellow citizens.

                          ____________________