ID
0540
Nationality
American
Occupation
Police officer
Summary
First known deaf person to be a fully-certified police officer (as opposed to a security guard). Works for the police department of Tangipahoa Parish, LA. Carries out full police duties, including wearing the uniform, carrying a gun, driving a patrol car, and having a trained canine companion.
References
Deaf Life, July 1998, p.69.
Dates
fl. 1998