Honoring Assistant Sheriff Richard Breshears
HONORING ASSISTANT SHERIFF RICHARD BRESHEARS -- (Extensions of Remarks - June 24, 2004)
SPEECH OF
HON. DENNIS A. CARDOZA
OF CALIFORNIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 2004
Mr. CARDOZA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Assistant Sheriff Richard Breshears. Richard Breshears has had a long and exemplary career in law enforcement that has lasted nearly 35 years.
Mr. Breshears began his career as a Stanislaus County Sheriff in 1970. He soon became an investigator, where he dedicated almost 18 years, rising from the ranks of detective to Lieutenant and working on several high profile cases that garnered national attention. In 1991, he was promoted to Captain and served as Commander of both the Custodial and Operations Divisions. In 1997, he was appointed to the position of assistant Sheriff and continues to command the Operations Division.
Mr. Breshears has not limited his dedication to law enforcement and his community to working hours. He has continuously engaged in, and often led activities that allowed him and the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department to better serve the community. In 1982, he graduated from the FBI academy in Quantico, VA. He has been a member of countless law enforcement associations and organizations over the years. He has dutifully served such organizations as the Stanislaus County Advisory Board on Substance Abuse, the U.S. Attorney's Law Enforcement Executive Council, and as President of the Stanislaus County Police Activities League for the past eight years.
Richard Breshears' selfless service to his community has not gone unnoticed. His community has bestowed upon him such honors as the "Assyrian Community Presidential Award," the California Attorney General's "Certificate of Commendation for Meritorious Service," and the Stanislaus Sheriff Department's "Medal of Merit" for exceptional service.
It is my honor and privilege to join the community in recognizing Richard Breshears for his lengthy, dedicated service to his community. Throughout his career, he has distinguished himself as a leader and mentor. I am delighted to recognize his service and his retirement as I wish him the very best in the years to come.