[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 145 (Tuesday, October 13, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2148]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


          IN HONOR OF BROOKLYN COPS AWARDED THE TOP COPS AWARD

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new York,

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 13, 1998

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Brooklyn 
Police Officers who were honored in the Top Cop Award Ceremony.
  These men, who everyday place themselves on the line are a vital 
resource to Brooklyn in particular and New York State in general. Their 
heroism above and beyond their call to duty is an admirable and 
honorable task. These officers without regard for their own safety, 
used their excellent training and resources to thwart a potential 
domestic terrorist act.
  With the use of civilian informants, the officers were made aware of 
plans to use explosive devices with the intent of targeting and 
destroying a section of the New York subway system. One can imagine the 
tragedy that may have ensued had those deadly plans been carried out. 
Thanks to the expedient tactical plans created by the officers they 
were able to catch the would be domestic terrorists before they were 
able to do any harm. This act is just one of the many these officers do 
day in and day out constantly protecting civilians from unseen dangers 
and harm.
  These officers embody the true and honorable spirit of law 
enforcement. They stand as shining examples of what it means to uphold 
law and justice. Though they deserve so much more for their constant 
and tireless commitment, this award shows our support and understanding 
of the danger of the job they do for us everyday. I want these officers 
to know that I personally thank them for protecting me and my loved 
ones from an all too close possible incident of domestic terrorism. May 
their honor and valor stand as an example to others, officers and 
civilians, of the true meaning of dedication and selflessness.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask you and my colleagues on both sides 
of the aisle to rise with me to give a well deserved round of applause 
for Brooklyn's Top Cops--Officer Joseph Dolan, Sergeant, John A. 
English, Jr., Officer Michael F. Kenan, Officer David Martinez, 
Lieutenant Owen C. McCaffrey, Deputy Inspector Raymond McDermott, 
Captain Ralph Pascullo, and Officer Mario Zorovic.

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