Police
Hall of Honor
These six Arlington County Police Officers lost their lives in the line of duty, a sacrifice that we as law enforcement officers face every day. "They symbolize the protective role of our law enforcement officers and convey the strength, courage and valor that is the hallmark of those who serve in this profession."
 | Special Police Officer Louis Shaw died while transporting a prisoner on December 6, 1935, when his patrol car was struck by a gasoline tanker. more... |
 | Detective Russell Clinton Pettie was shot and killed on January 20, 1954 while serving an arrest warrant. more... |
 | Officer Arthur Chorovich was fatally injured on December 5, 1964 when his police motorcycle was struck by a vehicle. more... |
 | Officer Israel P. Gonzales was shot and fatally wounded on October 25, 1972 during the commission of a bank robbery. more... |
 | Officer George Pomraning, Jr. was shot and fatally wounded on September 2, 1973 while transporting an arrestee. more... |
 | Officer John Buckley was shot and fatally wounded on April 15, 1977 during the commission of a bank robbery. more... |
This award, presented by the Arlington County Chamber of Commerce, is the highest recognition of an act involving extreme personal risk, which is clearly above and beyond the call of duty.
The valor award was established in 1981 for the recognition of the outstanding acts displayed by our officers involving extreme personal risk. The Arlington County Chamber of Commerce has supported and honored these officers and praised their accomplishments with the community. The department has an award ceremony every year giving these officers a Medal of Valor and a Valor award to be displayed on their uniforms. It is with extreme pride and gratitude that we honor these men and women for their courageous acts in support of their community.
This departmental award is bestowed upon any police officer who sustains a significant injury or wound in the diligent and professional performance of their duties. This award recognizes their personal sacrifice and risk of their own personal well being in their service to others. This award was instated in 1993.
This award is presented for a heroic act by the officer who, without due regard to personal safety, intervened to save a life. This award was instated in 1999.
