Prince George’s County Executive Baker to Host 36th Annual Valor Awards Ceremony

They are credited with running into a burning building to save civilians, fighting off a gunman and being fired upon while serving a warrant.  These Prince George’s County police officers are among a distinguished group of public safety employees who will be honored at the annual awards ceremony on Wednesday.

The men and women of Prince George’s County’s public safety agencies will be recognized for their bravery and unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of Prince George’s County.

Who:   The Honorable Rushern Baker, Prince George’s County Executive
           Chief Mark Magaw, Prince George’s County Police Department
           Chief Marc Bashoor, Prince George’s County Fire Department
           Sheriff Melvin High,  Prince George’s County Sheriff's Office
           Mary Lou McDonough, Director, Department of Corrections
                                                         
When:            Wednesday, April 24, 2013
                     
Time:              11:30 am
                     
Where:           Martin’s Crosswinds
                      7400 Greenway Center Drive
                      Greenbelt, MD

Members of the media are encouraged to attend.  For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at (301) 772-4710.