I was hired by the Gaston County Police Department in 2004. I had just finished basic law enforcement training when I received military deployment orders for Iraq.
In Iraq, I served as engineer platoon leader with the North Carolina 505th Engineering Battalion from 2005 to 2006. Upon returning home, I was promoted to 1st lieutenant and received the Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal W/M Device, and Combat Action Badge.
My education, experience, and background in the military led me to my career in law enforcement. Working in law enforcement offers new and exciting challenges every day. I firmly believe my career in law enforcement offers me a great opportunity to help improve the quality of life in the county I call home.
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