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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070
For Immediate Release: 08/12/10 5:00 PM
Contact: Capt. Robert Storm
On August 24, 2010, Idaho State Police Region Four Trooper James Kilton, will be presented with the Idaho State Police Medal of Valor. The Medal of Valor is the highest award of honor bestowed on a sworn officer, and is given in recognition of an act of selfless bravery under extreme conditions and above and beyond duty requirements.
On June 6, 2010, Trooper Kilton observed a vehicle speeding at 107 mph in a 45 mph construction zone. Before Trooper Kilton had an opportunity to stop the speeding vehicle, the driver of the vehicle lost control, exited the roadway, and crashed into a canal full of water. The crash occurred at 5 a.m., and because it was dark, Trooper Kilton tracked the vehicle's path into the water, through grass and weeds. Trooper Kilton found the car mostly submerged in the canal and heard the driver yelling for help. Without regard for his safety, Trooper Kilton entered the cold, dark canal, freed the trapped driver, and brought the driver to shore seconds before the vehicle settled and became completely submerged.
For his quick thinking and selfless heroism, which indisputably saved the life of the driver, Trooper Kilton will receive the Medal of Valor in a presentation and award ceremony on August 24, 1 p.m., at the Region 4 Idaho State Police office, at 218 West Yakima, in Jerome, Idaho. You are cordially invited to attend the ceremony, and join the Idaho State Police in honoring Trooper Kilton for selfless actions.
Sincerely,
Captain Robert Storm
Commander, Region 4
Idaho State Police
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