Peace Officer

In past posts and remarks on other blogs I’ve referred to “Peace Officers” and “Cops”. A cousin is a perfect example of a Peace Officer. He is retiring and his wife put the following on her Facebook Page.

After 29 years in law enforcement, my wonderful husband, Russ, is retiring!!! He is and has been an awesome and amazing officer. He started his career in the Navy, worked in Craig, CO at the PD, transplanted to NM where he worked for Farmington PD and San Juan county SO. Over his career he has birthed a baby, busted meth labs, worked undercover in narcotics, supervised and trained many other officers, worked in sex offender registration, recovered over $1,000,000.00 in stolen coins, property and jewels, and his favorite, running the cameras in the helicopter.

I’m proud of my husband. He has kept his integrity and honesty throughout his career and never sold out. Can’t wait to see his next career. I have thanked God every day for keeping him safe.

She too has served in the probation/parole side of law enforcement.

Aztec, NM had a school shooter.

https://www.kob.com/new-mexico-news/developing-active-shooter-situation-at-aztec-high-school/4698511/

Russ and a Farmington, NM officer were the first officers on the scene. They didn’t hesitate, broke a window and entered the school. One of Russ’ daughters was inside. The first person she saw come in the classroom door was her Dad.

Russ is one of five siblings. His mother is one of my favorite aunts. All five of her children have led productive lives. I’ve always enjoyed being around her and all five of my cousins.

So, the 6’5” Seabee, bull rider, MMA artist, and Peace Officer is retiring. Here’s hoping his and his wife’s next chapter is all they have hoped for.