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Officer Salazar’s Heroic Stand at The Gorge | Seattle News
Officer Edgar Salazar is set to receive the U.S. Department of Justice’s Hometown Hero Award for his courageous actions on June 17, 2023, at The Gorge Amphitheatre campground, where he single-handedly stopped a deadly shooting spree by taking down suspect James Kelly with one precise shot—saving lives and preventing further tragedy, despite being armed only with a backup pistol and no body armor. His bravery, alongside fellow officers, has already earned them top state and departmental honors, and the ceremony honoring his heroism takes place this Thursday in Moses Lake. Listen in comfort:Get…
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