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2013 SESSION


SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 405
Commending Kevin Watson.
 
Agreed to by the Senate, February 7, 2013
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 15, 2013
 

WHEREAS, Kevin Watson, a deputy with the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office, is commended for his heroic actions that saved the life of a fellow deputy; and

WHEREAS, on June 26, 2012, Kevin Watson responded with another deputy to a domestic disturbance call; and

WHEREAS, as the other deputy approached the front door, a person in the house opened fire and shot the other deputy in the abdomen; and

WHEREAS, Kevin Watson immediately returned fire, gaining precious seconds for himself and the injured deputy to take cover behind a vehicle; and

WHEREAS, in the midst of a chaotic and dangerous situation, Kevin Watson relied upon his training and instincts, protecting his fellow deputy and himself and sending a strong message to the shooter, who relinquished his firearm; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated officer who took an oath to protect and serve, Kevin Watson displayed extraordinary bravery and outstanding presence of mind in helping another officer and stopping the assailant; and

WHEREAS, the perilous situation Kevin Watson faced while responding to a call is a reminder of the dangers encountered daily by those who serve in law enforcement; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Kevin Watson for his heroic actions which resulted in the saving of a fellow deputy’s life; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Kevin Watson as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for his quick thinking and courageous actions under fire.