Commissioner Hawkes, Inspector Scott, Sgt. Lobb, and Provinicial Constables Hartfiel, Vincent and Gow are pictured in a photo taken during the ceremony Commissioner Hawkes, Inspector Scott, Sgt. Lobb, and Provinicial Constables Hartfiel, Vincent and Gow are pictured in a photo taken during the ceremony
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Perth County OPP Officers Recognized

Perth County OPP members were honoured at the annual West Region OPP Awards and Recognition Ceremony in London.

OPP Commissioner Vince Hawkes presided over two ceremonies in London recently.

Sergeant Scott Lobb, Constable Garritt Vincent, and Constable Cody Gow were presented with the Commissioner's Commendation for their involvement in the safe resolution of an emergency call involving an infant.

Constable Rudolf Hartfiel was recognized for 30 years of service.

"It was a pleasure to attend the OPP Annual Award ceremony on behalf of the members of the Perth County OPP. The men and women of this detachment make meaningful contributions to the community every day, and it was wonderful to see their hard work and dedication recognized," says Perth County OPP Inspector Rob Scott.

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