Friends of Dallas Police Awards Ceremony Honors 224 Outstanding DPD Officers and Employees Via Virtual Live Stream Event

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Friends of Dallas Police Awards Ceremony Honors 224 Outstanding DPD Officers and Employees Via Virtual Live Stream Event

Police leaders gathered together on November 10 for the 39th annual Friends of Dallas Police Awards. Due to the pandemic, it was not possible to hold a ceremony in person, …

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