Detroit Public Safety Foundation’s Above and Beyond Awards Ceremony.

The Detroit Public Safety Foundation hosted the 2015 Above & Beyond Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at Cobo Hall. The Awards Ceremony recognized Detroit Police Officers, Firefighters and EMS personnel for going “Above & Beyond” the call of duty, as well as Community Partners for their exemplary services in the city of Detroit.
All Honorees received one of four major awards. One of which included the Medal of Valor. The Medal of Valor is a prestigious award given to First Responders when their acts of service extend beyond the normal demands of service. Additional awards presented were the Purple Heart Award, “City Change Maker” Award, and the “Public Safety Partner Award”. Detroit Police Chief James E. Craig and Detroit Fire Commissioner Eric Jones bestowed the awards, along with local presenters.
International headliner, Mr. Alonzo Bodden, an American comedian and actor who is best known for winning the grand prize on season three of the “Last Comic Standing.”, returned as the master of ceremony.
In attendance, were first responders from across the city, business and community leaders, as well as public safety officials. The friends, families and colleagues of honorees were also present. PVS Chemicals, Inc. and Rock Ventures LLC were among the many sponsors of this event.
“Humility, Integrity, Honor, Selfless Service and Sacrifice are just a few words that can be used to describe the men and women of Detroit Police Department, who strive to carry out the mission and vision of this department.   It is with heartfelt gratitude that we are able to honor the meritorious efforts of those men and women who have so graciously committed themselves to this profession.” said Chief Craig.