Community, law enforcement agencies note National Police Week
Bonner County Daily Bee | UPDATED 6 years, 8 months AGO
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Undersheriff Ror Lakewold
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler, center, poses with deputies at POST graduation.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler and Bonner County Chief Pilot Lloyd Claycomb.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff’s Office deputies take part in emergency response training.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Osborn and K9 partner, Diesel.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a fire call.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff’s Office deputies at the scene of a marine rescue at Whiskey Rock.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Members of the BCSO dive team.
(Photo courtesy BONNER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE) Bonner County Sheriff’s Office deputies and their K9 partners.
(Photo courtesy SANDPOINT POLICE DEPARTMENT) This group photo compilation shows Sandpoint Police officers and staff. The group was applauded this week during National Police Week by Sandpoint Police Chief Corey Coon, pictured second from right, for their dedication and hard work.
As the nation noted National Police Week this week, area agencies took a moment to thank local law enforcement for all they do.
“It is my honor and privilege to serve side by side with the men and women who have sworn an oath to protect and serve the citizens and guest of Sandpoint,” Sandpoint Police Chief Corey Coon said. “I will forever be grateful for their willingness to put on the uniform and face the many obstacles before them.”
President Ronald Reagon said once that “evil is powerless if the good are unafraid,” Coon said. “I am grateful to serve with men and women who are willing to place there lives on the line for each and every one of us.”
Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week pay tribute to local, state, and federal peace officers who have died in the line of duty. Ceremonies are held on May 15 and the week is the calendar week in which the memorial falls. This year, National Police Week falls from May 13-18.
When he think of the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice for their families, friends and communities, Coon said his heart is full of thanks and gratitude for exemplifying the quote, “bravery is not the absence of fear but action in the face of fear.”
When he thinks of those he serves with, who work to keep the community safe, Coon said he just wants them to know how much he appreciates them.
“A simple thank you can never expresses my appreciation for what they do,” he added.
Bonner County Undersheriff Ror Lakewold agree, saying there aren’t enough thanks to cover the bravery, dedication and hard work exhibited by law enforcement officers on a daily basis.
“We are so grateful to live and work in such a supportive community,” Lakewold told the Daily Bee. “We thank the people of Bonner County for being so supportive of those who are committed to their protection.”
