Sheriff Ric Bradshaw Awards Good Samaritans, Law Enforcement Honored at Annual Ceremony at Convention Center
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West Palm Beach, FL, November 09, 2011 --( Jason Simpson and Sophia Nelson were given the Samaritan Award for saving a girl attacked by two pit bulls.Whether awarded for facing down danger, stopping crime, or saving lives, the outstanding men and women of the Sheriffs Office were offered the thanks they truly deserve."When I was laying down, I saw cars pass me by, but nobody came to my rescue," said Emily.No one stopped to offer help, until two neighbors put aside concerns for their own well-being, to come to the aid of a relative stranger.You do your daily work all the time, and its really good to be recognized by the bosses," said PBSO Sergeant Johnny Hyde.However, its not just those wearing uniforms who are occasionally called on to be heroes.I was glad that Jason and Miss Sophia could come to my rescue because I was really scared," said Emily.### Contact Information Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office Anthony Rodriguez (561) 688-3000 http://www.pbso.org Click here to view the list of recent Press Releases from Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office Promote Your Business Press Release Pricing Email this page to a friend