17-04-2025
Parsons police commended for breaking drug trafficking ring
PARSONS, Kan. — Several local police officers and agencies were honored for uncommon valor Wednesday.
Parsons Police Department announced Thursday that several members of its police force were honored at the Annual Kansas Association of Chiefs of Police (KACP) Spring Conference held in Mulvane, Kansas on Wednesday, being awarded with the prestigious Bronze Unit Citation for Uncommon Valor.
Members of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) were also present and honored with the award.
Officials say the officers earned the award through their hundreds of hours of investigative work done by officers in dismantling a large drug trafficking operation throughout Southeast Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
'This was a textbook example of what a motivated law enforcement agency can achieve when local, state, and federal agencies come together to protect our communities,' said Parsons Police Chief Robert Spinks. 'Detective Dickens' initiative and leadership were critical to bringing this case to the level of federal prosecution.'
Deputy Chief Dennis Dodd, adding, 'This case reflects the professionalism, commitment, and tireless work ethic of our investigations division. They represented the Parsons Police Department with distinction and purpose.'
Attending the KACP conference to accept the Bronze Unit Citation on behalf of the Parsons Police Department were Lieutenant Detective Sherri McGuire, Sergeant Detective Brice Dickens, Sergeant Detective Tony Adamson and Sergeant Detective Timothy Gilliland. Members of the KBI and the DEA were also present to accept awards on their agencies' behalf. Chief Spinks and Deputy Chief Dodd were also present for support.
The award is referred to by organizers as a testament to strong interagency collaboration and aims to highlight the dedication required to bring such a complex case to fruition.
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