AL HR273

Commends Officer Joshua Garlen of the Madison Police Department as a nominee for the 2018 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

Recognizes Officer Garlen's exceptional courage during a domestic violence offender pursuit on October 1, 2017, when he defended himself and others from a violent assault with a truck.

Officer Garlen fired four shots through his windshield in self-defense to end the assault without striking his attacker.

Praises Officer Garlen's selflessness for prioritizing a fellow officer's medical evaluation before seeking treatment for his own injuries.

Directs that Officer Garlen receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the House of Representatives' admiration and esteem.