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Ledyard Police Officer Lauded For Meritorious Service
A police officer is being honored for his role in an investigation.
Information via Ledyard Police
LEDYARD, CT — At our ceremony this week, LPD recognized the outstanding efforts and diligence of Officer Gary Butters, who received the Department Medal for Meritorious Service for an incident in 2019.
Gary was on patrol on Route 117 at 1:40 AM and had crossed into Groton, when he observed a suspicious vehicle parked off the roadway. He stopped to investigate and illuminated the area, and he observed a male subject assaulting a woman on the ground outside the vehicle. Gary called for assistance and separated the parties. The ensuing investigation and evidence at the scene resulted in the arrest of the man, who had a prior history of similar assaults on women.
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Congratulations and thank you to Officer Gary Butters for his outstanding efforts in keeping our community safe 24/7/365!
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