ACPD Ceremony Recognizes Officers

Public Safety News

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Albemarle County Police Department Recognizes

Officers for Promotions and Lifesaving Efforts

Chief of Albemarle County Police Department Colonel Sean Reeves is pleased to announce a series of promotions and awards in the department. The Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) hosted a ceremony on Thursday, March 23, 2023, to honor individual officers.

"We are celebrating the promotion of three officers who have made the decision to take on leadership roles in our noble profession," stated Colonel Reeves in his address to officers and their families. "These officers are now part of a larger leadership team that is committed to ensuring our department is not only prepared to meet all challenges that may come our way but to also guide our police department into the future."

In addition to celebrating the promotion of three Sergeants, ACPD recognized 10 officers for providing lifesaving service to members of the Albemarle community, including one officer who has performed CPR three times in the past year.

"There are no words to convey how truly proud I am of all of you for your collective demonstration of selfless service," concluded Colonel Reeves.

The following officers were promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

Sergeant

Jonathan Hickory

Sergeant

Turner Lowery

Sergeant

Jason Freishtat

Front: Colonel Sean Reeves

Second Row: Sergeant Jonathan Hickory, Sergeant Turner Lowery, Sergeant Jason Freishtat

The following officers were honored with Lifesaving Awards for their acts of courage in the attempt to save the life of another.

Front: Colonel Sean Reeves

Second Row: Officer Alex Davis, Officer Clay Clarkson, Officer Dwayne Jones, Officer Ryan Leake

Third Row: Officer Barry Leake, Officer James Potter, Officer James Fink

Fourth Row: Officer Daniel Shetler, Officer Eric Ketchum, Officer Corey Legg

Officer Corey Legg

On October 11, 2022, Officer Corey Legg arrived at an address to find an unresponsive male patient. Officer Legg began performing CPR and was able to regain a pulse. While en route to the hospital, rescue personnel confirmed the subject was awake and talking.

Officer Dwayne Jones

On July 2, 2022, Officer Dwayne Jones was dispatched to an address for an unresponsive person found in the residence. Once on scene, Officer Jones started CPR and continued to do so until after rescue units arrived prolonging this patient's life.

Officers James Potter and Eric Ketchum

On August 31, 2022, Officers James Potter and Eric Ketchen were dispatched to a welfare check at a residence where the occupant was experiencing significant stress. The officers forced entry into the residence and found the occupant attempting to commit suicide. Due to their quick and swift actions, they were able to save this person's life.

Officer Ryan Leake

On June 8, 2022, Officer Ryan Leake was dispatched to a reported drowning. Upon arrival, Officer Leake found the victim on the side of the pool with CPR in progress. He took over CPR efforts until rescue personnel arrived. Before being transported, the patient had a pulse.

Officers Ryan Leake, Barry Leake, and Clayton Clarkson

On December 17, 2022, Officers Ryan Leake, Barry Leake, and Clayton Clarkson were dispatched to the parking lot at Sam's Club for a reported male in cardiac arrest. Officer R. Leake quickly moved the patient to an open area to ensure CPR could be performed properly. Officer Clarkson took over CPR until he was relieved by Officer B. Leake. Officer B. Leake continued CPR until relieved by rescue personnel. These officers' actions played an integral role in extending the life of Retired ACPD Officer Lonnie Tuthill. Sadly, Officer Tuthill passed away on December 24, 2022.