Bravery Lands VA Trooper as America's Police Officer of the Year

Many police officers risk their lives daily to keep neighborhoods safe and serve the public.  This week in Orlando, FL, 20 of those officers will be recognized at the annual International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference (IACP).  

Matt Cochran will be named the 2010 Officer of the year by PARADE and the IACP.  Cochran, who entered a burning building 3 times to find and rescue a terrified 72 year old woman at 4:30 AM this past January, has been a Virginia State Trooper for the past 6 years.  IACP President, Chief Carroll states that "Trooper Cochran's actions demonstrate the commitment by police officers everywhere, to protect and serve the public, regardless of the challenge".

Other officers that will be recognized at the conference include

Each of these officers have shown outstanding commitment to their duty as an officer and to the safety of the public.  SpotCrime would like to give a very big CONGRATS and THANKS to these officers!  Check out this link to see winners of years past.

We would also like to point out that there are many more officers who also deserve recognition.  Thank your local heroes--your local police department.  They work hard to keep your community safe!

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