EPS Recognition Ceremony
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
4:00 p.m., Expo Centre, Edmonton Northlands, Room 104
The EPS Recognition Ceremony will recognize several past and presently serving officers for their 20 years of service. Also being awarded are the EPS Commendations and the Officer Safety Award.
EPC Citizen Awards
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
7:30 p.m., Expo Centre, Edmonton Northlands, Hall H
These awards acknowledge citizens who have demonstrated outstanding civic responsibility by assisting the Edmonton Police in preventing a crime, apprehending an offender or willingly participating in police investigations.
Assisting with both presentations are, EPC Chair Shami Sandhu, EPS Chief Rod Knecht, and the Honourable Laurie Hawn, MP Edmonton Centre.
Note – The 7:30 p.m. Citizen Awards commence following dinner and times may vary by 5 – 10 minutes. Also, interviews can be arranged following the presentations at approximately 8:10 p.m.
See attached descriptions of Commendations, Officer Safety, and Edmonton Police Commission Citizen Awards.
Commendations – presented at 4:00 p.m., Room104
Sergeant Michael DREILICH and Constables Marco ANTONIO, Jennifer MCCANN, and Peter VAN RY
This award recognizes the outstanding work of members under incredibly difficult circumstances that occurred at a Loblaws Warehouse in west Edmonton in February 2014.
Constables Duane BATEMAN and Julianne TONER
In November 2014, Constables Bateman and Toner came upon a serious injury collision. In total, there were five occupants in two vehicles, all with varying degrees of injuries and, with gasoline dripping onto the police officers and the occupants; they were able to remove the victims from the vehicle.
Officer Safety Award – presented at 4:00 p.m., Room 104
Sergeant Steven MAERTENS-POOLE
In 2014, a citizen contacted EPS regarding an old box of crystalized dynamite found in their garage. Sergeant Maertens-Poole secured public safety through area evacuation, location selection and execution of an extremely dangerous task.
Edmonton Police Commission Citizen Awards – presented at 7:30 p.m., in Hall H
Bedilu (Dib) AYTENFISU
In July 2014, Bedilu (Dib) Aytenfisu went out of his way to come to the aid of a distressed stranger on the106 Street Bridge that crosses the Whitemud Freeway.
Kollin BRANICKI, Conor BRAIDEN, Sheldon LETCHER
In June 2014, Kollin Branicki, Conor Braiden, and Sheldon Letcher were driving on the 170 Street overpass at Yellowhead Trail when they saw a man standing on the other side of the railing threatening to jump off. The three men immediately stopped to assist the man.
Hilary CHAN
In May 2014, Hilary Chan was driving on 101 Street near 108A Avenue when he noticed a small child walking across the busy street alone. Mr. Chan immediately stopped his vehicle and took hold of the young boy’s hand to direct him to safety.
Stephen LANDRIAULT
In June 2014, Steve Landriault was making a delivery to a restaurant when he noticed a suspicious man pull a bandana over his face and enter a rear door. He called 9-1-1, and because of the details Mr. Landriault provided, officers were able to locate the getaway vehicle and the person responsible for the robbery.
Rolland MONDOUX
When Rolland Mondoux saw an armed male approach a woman and her young daughter, he came to their aid. Over the next few days, Mr. Mondoux assisted police with the investigation, which resulted in the arrest of the suspect and laying of seven criminal charges.
Sheldon MURPHY
In July 2014, a man entered a mall pharmacy and produced a robbery note, while indicating that he had a gun in his waistband. One of the pharmacists screamed for help and the suspect ran away. Mr. Murphy was in the mall and heard the commotion and helped hold down the suspect until help arrived.
Kelly PETRYK
In December 2014, a disguised female, armed with a box cutter, entered a liquor store and demanded money. Three hours later, the same female suspect walked into a dental office and demanded money while threatening to shoot the employee. Kelly Petryk was in the waiting room and saw what was happening. She grabbed the robber, and took her to the ground until help arrived.
Brad TILLEY
In November 2014, Brad Tilley, an off-duty firefighter with Edmonton Fire Rescue, came upon a serious injury collision. In total, there were five occupants in two vehicles, all with varying degrees of injuries, and with gasoline dripping onto the occupants. Mr. Tilley, and police officers were able to successfully remove the victims from the vehicle.
Gabriel USSHER and Allen WILDE
In June 2014, Allen Wilde and Gabriel Ussher were walking on Jasper Avenue when they observed three males violently assaulting a male on the ground. The male was unconscious, yet the three suspects continued to attack. Without regard for their own safety, both men intervened to stop the violent assault.
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