Coral Gales 2020 Police Awards Announced

From the City of Coral Gables:

February 25, 2021

Every year the Coral Gables Police Department selects the Communications Operator and Police Office of the Year. Team members are selected for going above and beyond the call of duty.

For 2020, the Communications Operator of the Year is Lawanda "Candace" Isaac (pictured left). On Feb. 9, 2020, a gas fire broke out at 1800 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Operator Isaac quickly sprang into action dispatching nine fire units, the State Fire Marshall, FPL, and city building and electrical staff. This is just one of the many calls that she answers and dispatches daily in the Communications Center. She has been a 911 dispatcher for more than 21 years.

Sergeant Coung "Ted" Nguyen (pictured right) was selected as the 2020 Officer of the Year. He was recognized for the critical role he played in identifying and capturing a serial bank robber in October 2020. Sgt. Nguyen, a 26-year veteran currently works in the Criminal Investigations Division and oversees crimes against people.

“We salute Candace and Ted for their dedication and commitment to keeping the people of Coral Gables safe,” said Police Chief Edward J. Hudak, Jr.

This press release was produced by the City of Coral Gables. The views expressed here are the author’s own.