Minnesota State Patrol awards honor heroic citizens, top DWI enforcer and Trooper of the Year

Two state troopers who rushed to save a driver having a heart attack and a young girl who called 911after watching an RV hit a pedestrian are among those recognized by the State Patrol at its annual awards presentation.

Each year, the Patrol honors citizens, members of other law enforcement agencies, troopers and State Patrol employees who performed life-saving acts or excelled in a crisis or efforts to ensure safer Minnesota roads.

The State Patrol honors Trooper Ron Richards as the 2010 Trooper of the Year. The almost 17 year State Patrol veteran received this honor for his hard work ethic and his commitment to keeping Minnesotans safe. Richards serves in the U.S. Army (both active and reserve) and is a volunteer firefighter and EMT for the Jackson Fire Department.

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