December Enforcement Staff Member of the Month
- By Robin Brown
- Posted Tuesday, January 23, 2024
School Resource Officer Deputy H. Bacorn's exemplary dedication and swift action in response to a potential threat at a school showcased his unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of students and staff. Upon discovering a disturbing social media post featuring a student holding a gun with an attached threat, Deputy Bacorn immediately initiated a thorough investigation. Utilizing resources from both the school and his own extensive investigative experience, he meticulously identified the original suspect. However, through his diligent efforts, Deputy Bacorn discovered that the social media account had been hacked, exonerating the innocent party. Undeterred by this initial setback, Deputy Bacorn continued his relentless pursuit of the truth. Conducting comprehensive interviews with numerous students, family members, and acquaintances, he successfully identified the true offender. As a result of his investigative skills, Deputy Bacorn obtained a full confession from the student responsible for the hack. In a commendable display of professionalism, Deputy Bacorn not only brought juvenile charges against the responsible party but also took proactive measures to ensure the swift removal of suspicion from the initially accused innocent student. His commitment to justice and the safety of the school community was unwavering. Deputy Bacorn's actions during this incident exemplify his role as a School Resource Officer. His ability to disprove a threat, clear an innocent individual, identify and hold the true offender accountable, and ultimately restore a sense of safety within the school highlights his exceptional competence and dedication to excellence in his duties. Deputy Bacorn's actions serve as an inspiration and a testament to the qualities essential in a School Resource Officer.