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MADD GEORGIA HONORS LAW ENFORCEMENT ACROSS THE STATE FOR THEIR COMMITMENT
ATLANTA (March 24, 2006) -- MADD has been instrumental in the passage of many drunk driving and underage drinking laws. But without enforcement, these laws are just words on a page. The law enforcement community is critical in reducing alcohol-related deaths and injuries. that is why one of MADD's top priorities is to support officers and increase law enforcement efforts in Georgia. We honor and recognize those officers and agencies that have made an effort to reduce the number of DUI deaths and impaired drivers on Georgia's roads.
Our annual recognition event for law enforcement was held on March 24, 2006 in Macon, Georgia at the Macon Crowne Plaza. Over 300 law enforcement officers, partners, volunteers and corporate sponsors from around the state gathered here to watch the Georgia Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving present awards to law enforcement officers and partners across the state.
This is the second year that the Georgia Office of Mothers Against Drunk Driving has presented this prestigious awards event to recognize the outstanding commitment of law enforcement in their efforts to keep the roads of Georgia safe and to save lives. "You are being honored today for your efforts to keep others safe." said Executive Director, LaTresse Snead. In addition, Ms. Snead added, "When looking through the nominations, we looked for those individuals that showed a commitment to our mission to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking. All of the nominations received showed a tremendous effort to move us closer to our lifesaving goal."
The following is a list of the 2005 MADD Georgia Law Enforcement Award Winners:
2005 MADD OFFICER OF THE YEAR AWARD--The 2005 MADD Officer of the Year Award is the highest honor that MADD Georgia gives to an officer each year. The award is given to a state trooper, police officer or deputy who has excelled in many areas, which may include, but not limited to DUI prevention, traffic safety, DUI victim services, prevention of underage drinking and strong work ethic. The 2005 MADD Officer of the Year Award was presented to Trooper First Class Stacy Collins of the Georgia State Patrol Nighthawks. He was described by his supervisors as a "team player" and a "hero" with an impressive work ethic. In 2004, he was assigned to the elite Nighthawks DUI Taskforce. In 2005, he had an impressive 100 percent DUI conviction rate.
2005 MADD AGENCY OF THE YEAR AWARD--The MADD Agency of the Year Award is presented to the law enforcement agency that has demonstrated excellence in implementing innovative techniques in the detection and deterrence of a DUI, shown community involvement and participated in statewide collaborations. The 2005 MADD Agency of the Year Award was presented to the Cobb County Police Department (H.E.A.T. Unit). The Cobb County Police Department (H.E.A.T. Unit) has been very involved in their local schools educating students on the negative consequences of underage drinking.
2005 MADD ROOKIE OF THE YEAR--The 2005 MADD Rookie of the Year Award was created to recognize a state trooper, officer or deputy with less than one year of service for his or her superior work ethic, excellence in DUI prevention, traffic safety, DUI victim services and the prevention of underage drinking. MADD recognized two winners in this category; Officer Jeffrey Carrier of Dalton Police Department and Officer Phillip Ritchey of Cordele Police Department. The departments of both winners submitted glowing nominations highlighting these rookies as assets to the community and the department as well as excellent role models for other young officers across the state.
2005 MADD TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT NETWORK OF THE YEAR AWARD--The MADD Traffic Network of the Year Award is given to a Traffic Enforcement Network that has demonstrated excellence in implementing innovative techniques in the detection and deterrence of a DUI. The 2005 MADD Traffic Enforcement Network of the Year Award was presented to the Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network. The Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network is made up of 23 agencies and covers 9 counties in rural Georgia. The Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network conducted 26 multi-agency check points in 2005, arrested 1,865 drunk drivers and participated in a number of educational events at local schools.
2005 MADD GEORGIA STATE PATROL POST OF THE YEAR AWARD--The MADD Georgia State Patrol Post of the Year Award is given to a Georgia State Patrol Post that has demonstrated excellence in implementing innovative techniques in the detection and deterrence of a DUI. The 2005 MADD Georgia State Patrol Post of the Year Award was presented to Georgia State Patrol Post 14--Donalsonville. GSP Post 14 had a reduction in the number of DUI deaths from 8 in 2004 to 1 in 2005.
2005 JERRY THOMPSON LAW ENFORCEMENT PARTNERSHIP AWARD--Faye McCormack and Patricia Hull of the Prosecuting Attorney's Council of Georgia.
DUI HERO--AGENCIES WITH 1-10 OFFICERS--Hero Officer--Officer Nathan Atkins of Remerton PD and Officer Blake Yeargin of Arcade PD--DUI HERO AGENCY--Remerton Police Department
DUI HERO--AGENCIES WITH 11-25 OFFICERS--Hero Officer-Captain Stan Sayer of Hartwell Police Department--Hero Agency--Hartwell Police Department
DUI HERO--AGENCIES WITH 26-50 OFFICERS--Hero Officer--Corporal James R. Williams, Houston County Sheriff's Office--Hero Agency--Elbert County Sheriff's Office
DUI Hero - Agencies with 51-100 Officers Hero Officer - Officer W.D. Nesbit, Smyrna Police Department Hero Agency - Smyrna Police Department
DUI Hero - Agencies with 101-250 Officers -- Hero Officer - Tim Scott, Athens-Clarke County Police Department --Hero Agency - Athens-Clarke County Police Department
DUI Hero - Agencies with 251 or more Officers
Hero Officer - Officer Steven Bland, Savannah Chatham Metro Police Department
Hero Agency - Fulton County Police Department
DUI Hero - Georgia State Patrol
Hero Officer - Trooper First Class, Anthony W. Coleman, Post 7, Toccoa
Hero Agency - Georgia State Patrol Post 1, Griffin
DUI Hero - Specialty Unit, DUI Taskforce, or H.E.A.T. Units
Hero Officer - Officer A.M. Wright, Atlanta Police Department
Hero Agency - Atlanta Police Department
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