DeKalb Cop Shot By Robbers to Receive Congressional Award

ATLANTA, GA -- U.S. Rep. Barry Loudermilk will present the Congressional Badge of Bravery to DeKalb County Police Officer Tony Luong, on Friday, March 18, 2016 at Rep. Loudermilk’s district office in Atlanta.

Luong, a Cobb County resident, will receive this distinct honor for his efforts to stop an armed robbery in DeKalb County on Dec. 23, 2014. As part of a standoff with two heavily armed suspects, Luong sustained a bullet wound to the leg prior to apprehending one of the suspects and taking him into custody. Another suspect was captured after a four-hour manhunt and the assistance of surrounding police jurisdictions.

Awarded by the U.S. Attorney General’s office, the Congressional Badge of Bravery is presented to federal, state, and local law enforcement for demonstrating exceptional bravery in the line of duty.

“During this incident, Officer Luong showed uncommon courage in the face of imminent danger by protecting DeKalb County residents against a violent home invasion,” said Rep. Loudermilk. “It is a great honor for me to present Officer Luong with this well-deserved medal, and I commend him for his dedication to protecting fellow citizens.”

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