MADD Colorado Recognizes Outstanding Law Enforcement Officers at 2011 Awards Ceremony

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Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Colorado honored 19 outstanding law enforcement officers for their dedication to preventing drunk driving and promoting road safety at the 2011 MADD Colorado Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner and Awards Ceremony. The event was a testament to the organization's mission to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. The evening's program recognized the extraordinary lifesaving efforts of Colorado law enforcement officers, highlighting their commitment to removing impaired drivers from Colorado roadways.

Key Takeaways:

  • 19 awards were presented to outstanding law enforcement officers dedicated to MADD's mission at the 2011 MADD Colorado Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner and Awards Ceremony.
  • The awards recognized officers for their dedication to seatbelt safety, minor in possession/minor in consumption enforcement, school outreach, sobriety check points, DUI enforcement, and traffic safety.
  • The winners included officers from various agencies across the state, including the Colorado State Patrol, Denver Police Department, Vail Police Department, and Weld County Sheriff.
  • The MADD Hero Award was presented to Corporal Dan Dunn, Denver Police Department, for his dedication to traffic safety and DUI enforcement.
  • The Col. Mark V. Trostel Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award was presented to Technician John Blea, Denver Police Department, for his exceptional service.
  • The Colorado Department of Transportation partnered with MADD to support and recognize the dedicated professionals of Colorado law enforcement.
  • The law firm of Bachus & Schanker, MADD Colorado's 2011 Statewide Sponsor, presented the evening's program, with additional sponsorship by American Family Insurance and Jay's Valet.

Statistics:

  • 19 law enforcement officers received awards for their dedication to MADD's mission.
  • The Colorado State Patrol had the most recipients with 6 awards.
  • The Denver Police Department received 4 awards, including both the MADD Hero Award and the Col. Mark V. Trostel Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award.
  • The Colorado Department of Transportation has partnered with MADD for 5 years to support and recognize law enforcement efforts.
  • MADD serves one person every 9 minutes, providing support to drunk driving victims and survivors at no charge.

Sources:

  • PRNewswire-USNewswire, 2011 MADD Colorado Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner and Awards Ceremony
  • MADD Colorado, About Mothers Against Drunk Driving
  • MADD, A Brief History of MADD