Detention Officers Recognized For Life Saving Actions 
On Wednesday October 19, 2022, Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Detention Officers Sgt. Jimmy Brown, Sgt. Karen Lovelace, Sgt. Brandie Cole, and Ofc. Theresa Snyder were each presented with the "Life Saving Award" in recognition of their outstanding and heroic lifesaving actions in the Rutherford County Detention Center on August 22, 2022.
On August 22, 2022, Sgt. Brown, Sgt. Lovelace, Sgt. Cole and Ofc. Snyder discovered an emergency situation involving the overdose of several inmates. They immediately responded to the situation by administering Narcan and activating the Emergency Response System. Due to their actions several lives were saved.
Their actions reflect the highest standard of conduct for the Law Enforcement Profession and bring great credit to the Rutherford County Detention Center. Thank you for your service!
Address/Location
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
198 N Washington St
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-287-6247
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