Annual Award Banquet

Life Saving Medal: Sergeant Matt Adams Distinguished Unit Citation

The Lifesaving Medal is awarded to employees and/or citizens who, in the course of their duties or everyday life, perform an act that greatly contributes to the saving of another human life. On November 26, 2001, at the scene of an Officer Involved Critical Incident, where you rendered aid to Officer Wilson after he was critically shot. The tourniquet you placed sustained the officer’s life during transport and emergency treatment, ultimately contributing to saving his life.

The Distinguished Unit Citation is awarded to individuals in a division or unit who during the course of a project, investigation, or assignment performs meritorious service leading to the success of a difficult assignment of project while working as a team. On November 26, 2021, after Officer Wilson was shot, several officers secured the scene and began to render medical aid. They maintained composure and professionalism in the wake of a chaotic and uncertain situation, a testament to their commitment to this department and the community they serve.

Sergeant Adrian Montelong Officer Sebastian Dessert Officer Andres Gorman

Officer Sean Mueller Officer Reace Williams Officer TJ Wenner

The Officers Cross is awarded to employees who, under circumstances not rising to the high level of the medal of valor, distinguishes themselves in the course of their duties by performing an act of great courage. On November 26, 2001, during the search for a dangerous individual, Officer Wilson demonstrated great courage by shooting and disabling an armed individual who posed an immediate threat to his life and the life of a fellow officer. His actions prevented additional life-threatening assaults on other officers and contributed to the capture of a dangerous felon.

South Jordan City

Annual Award Banquet

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