La Marque Police Detective Stephen Leacroy has been honored with the U.S. Department of Justice's prestigious Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Community Policing, marking a significant achievement in his career.
Detective Stephen Leacroy of the La Marque Police Department has received the esteemed Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Community Policing. U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland awarded the honor during the seventh annual Attorney General’s Awards, which celebrate exceptional law enforcement achievements in community policing nationwide.
Leacroy was among 21 recipients chosen for the award and was one of three winners in the field operations category. The award emphasizes his outstanding contributions as a Major Case/Homicide Detective and Community Policing Officer and his continuous efforts in recruiting. Throughout the years, Detective Leacroy has played a crucial role in solving significant crimes, ensuring that dangerous criminals are held accountable, and dedicating efforts to foster trust between the La Marque Police Department and the local community.
Alongside his investigative efforts, Leacroy’s dedication to recruitment has bolstered the department and ensured it is well-prepared to continue serving the community effectively.
Invited to Washington, D.C., for the award ceremony, Leacroy’s commitment was acknowledged as a benchmark for law enforcement and community service excellence. The Attorney General’s Award is a remarkable acknowledgment of his significant influence on public safety and community involvement.
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