Local Deputies Recognized for Outstanding Service

MISSOULA - Missoula County Sheriff's Office Deputies Heath Hanson and Mike Sunderland received a Meritorious Performance Ribbon at the Law Enforcement Memorial May 18. Held by the Sheriff's Office during Police Week, it is a time to recognize the accomplishments of local law enforcement officers and remember those who have fallen in the line of duty.

Deputy Hanson was recognized for his role throwing stop sticks in front of a vehicle involved in a high speed chase. The award read, "Your actions throughout this pursuit demonstrated courage, professionalism and honor resulting in the capture of...