The Aloha Exchange Club of Hilo recognized Officer Andrew Springer, a five-year veteran of the Hawaii Police Department, as Officer of the Month for August.
The Aloha Exchange Club of Hilo recognized Officer Andrew Springer, a five-year veteran of the Hawaii Police Department, as “Officer of the Month” for August.
Springer was recognized for the apprehension of a female that evaded capture by jumping in the waters in Hilo Bay. Officer Springer went in the water after her, preventing a potential tragedy from occurring.
In another event, Springer apprehended a man wanted on a warrant who had fled on foot after being pulled over on a traffic stop. Springer later found the man and took him into custody after a foot pursuit.
Officer Springer, who is also a field training officer, was recognized by his supervisor, Lt. Fetuutuunai Amuimuia as “demonstrating bravery and determination, going above and beyond his duties in preserving life.”
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