Keith Brown Excels As A Father, First Responder: Manassas Hero

MANASSAS, VA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Jacob Brown, who nominated his father Keith Brown. In his more than 30 years in law enforcement, Keith Brown has shown dedication to the community and being a father to Jacob.

Name: Keith Brown

State: Virginia

Hometown: Manassas

Hero's job: Law enforcement

If other, job: Probation and Parole

Relationship to nominee: He is my father

Reason for recognition: My father has worked 30-plus years as a first responder in the Northern Virginia area and is currently with Manassas Probation and Parole. He has always worked a job that was convenient in raising me and made sure I always came first.

One thing to know: He is a dedicated father and has always put me and the community first. I've watched the stress of the job cause him health conditions, but he always worked in a capacity that would allow him to be available as a father. He continues to give of himself.

Thank you for all you do, Keith Brown!

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