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I was proud to see that my brother who serves on the Montgomery Police
Department. Achieved his dream to ride, and also has attained Instructor
Status during his ride of 14 plus years. He
now serves in the K-9 Division (another of his dreams).
In 1994, I was given the opportunity to become a Motor Officer while serving
in the city of Prattville. I have worn many hats in my 24 years of
policing... but the day that I earned my wings, remains the brightest
day I shall remember...
I have shared the wind and road upon two wheels with some of the
finest officers... and I dedicate this poem to those who wear the
wings... and to those who have fallen... Motor
Officers...
Here are some facts about my service, and some of the training pictures
that were taken during training. I hope that you enjoy them, and thank you
for your patience while waiting for them to load.
In 1994 the city of Prattville ordered 5 brand new Harley Davidson Police
Motorcycles. This was the start of the motor division in Prattville... I am
sure that the other (original) officers join me in remembering the Honorable
Mayor David Whetstone who supported the motorcycle division, and was an avid
rider of his own Harley! Mayor Whetstone passed away in 1999 while still
serving as Mayor, he will be missed...
Five officers were chosen to attend a very intensive two week training course
provided by the Montgomery Police Department Traffic Division. There were
many memorable moments during this course. Six officers were sent to attend,
only five finished (one was withdrawn due to a bad ankle injury). We were
amazed to see the agility and skill that we could demonstrate operating the
big Harleys... The Harley's turned out to be the best training bike I have
ever seen.
In 1995, J.C. and I were chosen to attend the IPTM Police Motorcycle
Instructors School in Jacksonville, Fl. We found the training, and
instructors there, to be the best we have seen in our years of service.
It was an adventure to say the least... we attended the two week class
in Febuary, and it snowed on us as we drove through Clearview, Fl.!!
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Training Pictures Etc - Pictures of actual training. The Instructors - Pictures of Ron and J.C. and the Mayor. Pictures of Don and K9 Partners - Don and his partners. In memory of "Chico" - In 2002 we lost "Chico" he will be truly missed. [email protected] - Click here to email Ron Walker. |
