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RECOGNIZING STAFF SERGEANT JJ ARDIS
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HON. RALPH NORMAN
of south carolina
in the house of representatives
Friday, May 28, 2021
Mr. NORMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Staff Sergeant JJ Ardis for his heroic actions and outstanding service.
As a Deputy Sheriff in Sumter County, he is a former recipient of the Deputy of the Year Award and two Deputy of the Month Awards. Staff Sergeant Ardis received his most recent award after seizing cocaine, cash, and weapons from a convicted felon who was assaulting his child's mother.
On a separate occasion, Staff Sergeant Ardis arrived on the scene of another deputy's domestic violence call. The suspect, gun in hand, carelessly fired shots into the air while threatening to kill herself. As additional deputies arrived, she struck her house while her children were inside. Staff Sergeant Ardis played a significant role in convincing the woman to drop her weapon. The children remained safe, a potential suicide was averted, and the suspect was taken into custody. Miraculously, none of the deputies had to discharge their own weapons on that call.
Law enforcement officers risk their lives each day to protect precious life and property. Men and women in uniform at the local, State, and Federal levels are essential in safeguarding our communities and deserve to be thanked for their great sacrifice. For years, Staff Sergeant Ardis has put his own life on the line to keep others safe. It is an honor to recognize his valiant efforts and know that his substantial contribution to law enforcement has not gone unnoticed. On behalf of the citizens of the 5th Congressional District of South Carolina, I commend Staff Sergeant JJ Ardis for his brave and humble service.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 94
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