July 26, 2024
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Montgomery police officer honored for taking life-saving actions

By Shaw Local News Network
Montgomery Officer Bryan O'Neill stands with the Life Saving Award he was honored with at the May 13 Village Board Meeting for his courageous and selfless actions in saving an individual's life.

Montgomery Police Officer Bryan O'Neill stands with the Life Saving Award he was honored with at the May 13 Village Board Meeting for his courageous and selfless actions in saving an individual's life. (Provided by the Village of Montgomery)

Officer Bryan O’Neill of the Montgomery Police Department received the Life Saving Award at the May 13 Village Board Meeting for his courageous and selfless actions when he intervened to save a resident’s life.

“Officer O’Neill’s actions exemplify the highest standards of professionalism and compassion within law enforcement,” Chief Phil Smith said in a news release from the village. “He undoubtedly saved a life, and his actions reflect great credit upon himself and the Montgomery Police Department.”

Smith and Village President Matt Brolley presented the framed certificate to Officer O’Neill; his parents, siblings and fiancée were in the audience to witness this honor.