Community and Officers Honoured at Knights of Columbus 46th Annual Police Appreciation Night
/Peterborough Police Service and the Knights of Columbus Ernest J. Wolff Council 798 gathered to honour and present awards to citizens who displayed courage and commitment to the community and officers who went above and beyond the call on Wednesday.
Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.
Citizen Commendations:
On Aug.17, 2020, at approximately 9:30 a.m. police received a call that a woman had been attacked while walking on the TransCanada Trail north of the Jackson Heights subdivision.
The three women, who were strangers to each other, came together to stop the attack, help the victim and provide a description of the suspect that ultimately led to his arrest a short time later according to a police report.
The victim and nominating officers said the women showed immense courage.
On Dec.19, 2022, Loss Prevention Officers at the Canadian Tire on Lansdowne Street West were notified of a shoplift in progress. Upon approaching the male suspect, the male became aggressive with staff.
A man named Christopher, who was shopping at the Canadian Tire at the time, heard someone yell “knife.” He immediately ran over to assist the staff who were struggling with the male on the ground and disarmed the man. No one was injured during the incident.
The nominating officer said Christopher’s assistance was invaluable to a safe resolution.
In November of 2023, police were called to a critical incident that involved a member of our community being injured.
Nicole jumped into action without considering the risk to herself to help the injured person. Her efforts stopped immediate harm and the person who had been harmed felt cared for compassionately and responsively.
Ryan's actions ensured the immediate scene was safely maintained and the potential for further harm was diminished. While putting himself at risk to keep others safe, Ryan also called emergency services.
“We are fortunate to have people who demonstrates such qualities in our community, and grateful for their actions on this day,” according to a press release statement.
Carol Winter Humanitarian Award: Constable Dan Mundell
This award is given to a member of the Police Service who has contributed to the needs of the vulnerable in our community.
Ontario Women in Law Enforcement Service Awards:
Sergeant (Ret’d) Nancy Loucks
Constable (Ret’d) Stacey Rutherford
Alison Jackson
Loranne Thompson
Service Medals for Sworn Members for 20 Years of Service:
Staff Sergeant Robert Fitzgerald
Sergeant Jennifer Bell
Sergeant Trevor Hickey
Constable Keith Calderwood
Constable Grant Eastwood
Constable Sam McCullum
Constable Jason Morris
Constable Michael Stephens
Service Medals for Civilian Members for 20 Years of Service:
Matt Thomas – Special Constable
