Mescalero Law Enforcement Officers nominated for prestigious awards

by Mescalero Apache Tribe | April 9, 2021 1:51 pm

Left to right: Acting Chief of Police Joe Keel, Chief Conservation Officer Tyner Cervantes, Conservation Officer James Oree Peralto, Conservation Officer Ryan Martinez, BIA Police Officer James Satterfield, President Gabe Aguilar, Lt. Justin Apachito and Councilman Danny Breuninger.

BIA Mescalero Agency Acting Chief of Police, Joe Keel recently recognized Lt. Justin Apachito, SA Collin Pilcher, Conservation Officer Ryan Martinez and Conservation Officer James Oree Peralto for their professionalism and dedication to fellow Law Enforcement Officers and the citizens they serve.

They displayed a tremendous amount of proficiency in their duties as they apprehended a violent armed suspect under the influence of amphetamines.

All officers are being nominated for the Meritorious Service Award for their heroic and unselfish actions.

Also being recognized is BIA Police Officer James Satterfield for exhibiting such professionalism and dedication to fellow Law Enforcement Officers and the citizens he serves throughout several occasions.

His remarkable knowledge and conduct lead him to save the lives of several individuals who were suffering from potentially fatal conditions such as overdoses, blood loss and strangulation.

For this heroic and unselfish acts, Police Officer James Satterfield is being nominated for the BIA OJS Life Saving Award.

Chief of Police Keel and BIA Police Officer Satterfield

Each officer’s display of commitment and loyalty speaks volumes of their expertise and their commitment to the membership of the Mescalero Apache Reservation.

They have all brought integrity to their career by expressing their readiness to face challenges ahead of them.

The Mescalero Apache Tribe applauds each officer for their exceptional efforts in protecting and serving our people, thank you.

Congratulations to all officers!

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