[Archived] Alexandria Police Officers Honored by the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution

Alexandria Police Officers Honored by the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution

For Immediate Release: August 27, 2021
 
The George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution honored two Alexandria Police officers for their work with the Alexandria Treatment Court (ATC). 

On Wednesday, August 25, 2021, John Blair, the Chapter’s Public Safety Awards Chair, and Tom Roth, the Chapter’s Historian, awarded Officers Bennie Evans and Shakita Warren the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal for their dedication to helping participants navigate their way through the program to a successful completion.

The Alexandria Treatment Court (ATC) launched in September 2019.  Its mission is to provide treatment and assistance to individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders who were charged with non-violent offenses.  In return, they are given an opportunity to have those charges reduced or dismissed. Participants who successfully progress through the ATC program receive in-court recognition of meaningful milestones. The program celebrated its first graduate in February 2021.

The Sons of the American Revolution Law Enforcement Commendation Medal is presented to those who have served with distinction and devotion in the field of law enforcement.  It recognizes those who have performed an exceptional act or service beyond what is normally expected.

For media inquiries only, contact Amanda Paga, Senior Public Information Officer, at amanda.paga@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.6600.