On Friday, February 13, two Wake County Sheriff’s Office deputies were honored with the Attorney General’s Dogwood Award.
NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson presented Sergeant Collado and Deputy Garcia with the award for helping a teen in crisis.
“Sergeant Collado and Deputy Garcia are heroes,” said Attorney General Jeff Jackson. “They saw a child in danger, stepped in, applied their training, saved that boy’s life. They set the standard for the best of law enforcement, and we’re all grateful for their swift action and service.”1
Deputy Garcia was called to check on the welfare of a juvenile sitting on a bridge over a river in Wake County. While he was talking with the teenager, Sgt. Collado, who was off duty, drove by and stopped to assist. The two deputies talked with the teen, who eventually climbed off the edge of the bridge.
“The safety and well-being of our community remain the primary concern of the Wake County Sheriff’s Office,” said Sheriff Willie Rowe. “I want to commend Sergeant Collado and Deputy Garcia for not only their professionalism, but their compassion in this situation.”
This prestigious award honors North Carolinians who are dedicated to improving their community’s health, safety, and well-being.
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to the high level of service to protect with dignity and empathy to build trust with the community.
1 ncdoj.gov/attorney-general-jeff-jackson-honors-triangle-area-north-carolinians-with-dogwood-awards/
