The agents from the United States Virgin Islands intercepted a narcotics smuggling vessel and arrested three subjects after a high-speed chase where the assailants were firing at the agents with an AK47 assault rifle, striking their Midnight Express interceptor boat several times. Thomas Unit with a Medal of Honor for Heroism. His extraordinary courage in the face of imminent danger is a credit to his BORTAC training, his team, and CBP.”Ĭommissioner Kerlikowske also recognized Agents Craig Colquitt, Chad Daley, Morgan Humphrey and William Stewart from Air and Marine Operations’ St. Those who have it never know for sure whether they have it until the test comes.” Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Christopher Voss has surely been tested – and he aced it. “A great American poet, Carl Sandburg, once noted that “Valor is a gift. “This is CBP’s highest award for valor,” said Commissioner Kerlikowske. Then supervisory Agent Voss led the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) in the apprehension of two convicted murderers, Richard Matt and David Sweat, who escaped from the Clinton County Correctional Facility in New York. Personnel recognized at the ceremony included Patrol Agent in Charge Christopher Voss from El Paso, Texas, who was recognized with the Medal of Honor for Heroism Award. Border Patrol, Air and Marine Operations, Office of Field Operations and other leaders, Commissioner Kerlikowske presented each recipient with a medal, while congratulating them for their dedication and thanking them for their commitment to CBP's mission. Gil Kerlikowske and Office of Human Resources Management Assistant Commissioner Linda Jacksta in hosting the CBP Annual Awards Ceremony.Ĭommissioner Kerlikowske expressed his pride in the award recipients and their accomplishments, as well as CBP's overall success this year. Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Christopherĭepartment of Homeland Security Acting Deputy Secretary Russell Deyo joined Commissioner R.
Customs and Border Protection leaders, personnel and families from around the country gathered at headquarters Friday to recognize and honor the highest achievements, unwavering dedication and special acts of courage demonstrated by the workforce during the past year.
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