Corrections Officer Heroes
Corrections Officer Heroes highlights the dedication and bravery of those who work within correctional facilities. These stories showcase the exceptional actions and commitment of corrections officers who go above and beyond in their duties. This directory provides articles that honor their service, offering inspiration and recognition for their crucial role in maintaining safety and order. To learn more about the challenges faced by these officers, visit our section on Corrections Officer Safety.
Capt. Michelle Quintero, who ran Madison County jail, died while driving to work when a dam broke and she was caught in the floodwaters
Chainsaw crews consisting of VADOC staff and supervised inmates have cleared hundreds of miles of roads in areas like Independence, Damascus and High Knob
Darell Brown, who was driving home from an overnight shift at the Hillsborough County jail, “left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him,” the sheriff said
The correctional officers said many of their deliveries have brought tears to the recipients’ eyes
Officer Richard Jaquez served the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office for 12 years and was also a combat veteran
At first, Genessee County corrections deputy Rocky Hensley thought the toddler was choking and offered to help
“It’s knowing when to turn on to say ‘OK, I’m the law enforcement officer.’ It’s also to turn that on when you need to be a mentor and say ‘How can I help this individual?’”
In a Facebook post, the department acknowledged the letter and what it meant to receive praise instead of criticism
Kerr County CO Stephen Walters came down with the flu over two weeks ago; he later became extremely ill and was transferred to the ICU
The fourth annual Blue Santa event hosted 30 deserving children; the kids could select anything they wanted adding up to $160
Detention officer Gene Lee was choked and thrown to the ground
One of four inmates involved in the attempt is on trial for first-degree murder
Four of the deputies came into contact with the drug administering CPR to an unresponsive inmate
A new CO uses poetry to explain to her friends and family what it is like to walk a mile in the footsteps of a correctional officer
Tyler Viernes was chosen unanimously by the American Jail Association for the award
The #WeWereThere campaign is shedding a light on corrections’ mostly untold story
The first-of-its-kind memorial recognizes the more than 1,000 COs who responded during and in the aftermath of the attacks
The funeral service was held Friday for 64-year-old Debra Johnson, who worked for the DOC for nearly 40 years
The K-9 fell seriously ill after coming into contact with synthetic marijuana
The CO is currently mending at home
Officer Joseph Gomm was killed by an inmate at Stillwater prison on July 18, 2018
Former CO Bob Ivory is helping kids who are struggling in high school stay out of trouble
Local firefighters surprised CO Geovanie Hernandez with a commendation typically presented to firefighters
The deputy was working in the Santa Barbara County Jail when he saw an inmate holding a piece of bread and pointing towards his throat
The baby was delivered by COs while the inmate was being transported for a medical check
The nurse helped save the life of a CO who was attacked in the medical unit of the jail in September
Injured officers performed bravely and heroically, and those actions need to be honored and remembered
A police funeral is one place where officers come together as one, regardless of the color of our uniform, our state or country of origin
Correctional officers often find themselves alone and isolated while performing a very dangerous job
The COs were transporting a prisoner back from a court appearance when they saw a burning SUV on the side of the road
The off-duty corrections officer applied pressure to the victim’s wounds, which potentially saved her life
