The past few weeks West valley City Police have been spotlighted in the news for the good ongoing work, investigations, and their pursuit of criminals. I am certain that if you spoke to any officer about their hard work and successes they would say that they are just doing their job. Last week in City Council meetings the Police Chief reported to the Council regarding police efforts, goals, and strategies for the coming year. The facts and figures of the report are an important part of evaluating the health and needs of the City.On a final note I wanted to share a letter from an individual that lives across the country, but had heard about an incident where one of our officers responded to the scene of an accident. If you have not heard of the story a version can be read/seen here:
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/53127345-78/peck-bus-com-video.html.csp
A copy of the letter from Merle R. of Virginia is below.
My name is Merle Xxxxxx Rxxxxxx Jr. I'm a student at Norfolk State University and a very comitted civil rights activist in the state of Virginia. I read the article on one of your heroic police officers. Police Officer Kevin Peck, the officer who came to the aid of a fellow citizen that had been pinned underneath the bus. His actions was extrodinary and sent chills down my spine to see such a
Officer dedicated to protecting and serving the citizens within his jurisdiction. He stayed there with the lady that was trapped underneath the bus until help had arrived. I just wanted to say that Im proud to be writing a letter in support and not a complaint against another police officer. I applaud his actions and hope to have a chance to meet him in the future. It is these type of acts by police officers that make it clear that it is a fine line between good and corrupt cops. I wish the lady well and hope for a very speedy recovery. I wish West Valley City, Utah and this great police officer a very Happy Holidays and Happy New Year.
Thanks for your time and dedication,
