From Deb Collins / Nebraska State Patrol: (Lincoln, Neb.)- Sworn members of the Nebraska State Patrol were honored during the 13th annual Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Outstanding Law Enforcement Awards & Recognition ceremony.
The awards ceremony held Tuesday, May 22, in Lincoln, recognized law enforcement officers who work daily to ensure Nebraska roadways are kept safe from drinking and drugged drivers.
“By removing impaired drivers from our roadways these troopers are helping to reduce the potential for serious injury or fatality crashes,” said Colonel David Sankey, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “We join MADD in congratulating them on their dedication to saving lives.”
The Troopers listed below were honored by MADD for their commitment to keeping Nebraska communities and roads safe.
| Headquarters Troop- Lincoln | Education/Awareness Individual Award | Trooper Randy Bybee |
| Troop B- Norfolk | MIP Individual Award | Trooper Eric Kloster |
| Troop C- Grand Island | Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award | Trooper Sam Mortensen |
| Troop D- North Platte | Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award
Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award Adult DWI/DUI Team Award |
Trooper Justin Buhlke
Trooper Eric Hesser |
| Carrier Enforcement | Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award
Adult DWI/DUI Individual Award |
Trooper Justin Petersen Trooper Sean Velte |