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Sergeant Maldonado Returns Home | Gainesville News
Ocala, Florida, turned out in full force to welcome back U.S. Army Sergeant Dorangelys Maldonado, who returned from a year-long overseas deployment — and also happens to be a police officer with the Ocala PD. Officers, staff, and even the chief and deputy chief lined the streets waving flags and cheering as she arrived, a heartfelt tribute to her dual service. Maldonado, inspired by her grandfather’s WWII service, spoke of the deep pride she feels in protecting her country and community, and how the unwavering support from her department made her deployment bearable. Now back home, she’s…
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