District Commendation: Officer Mario Hernandez

At our March 1st Board Meeting, Officer Mario Hernandez of the Kendall District was honored by Commissioner Levine Cava, our District 8 Commissioner, on behalf of the Miami Dade County Board of County Commissioners with a District Commendation for consistently displaying integrity when safeguarding and protecting our streets. In particular he was commended for his response to an October 2015 carjacking that took place in the parking lot of a Winn Dixie located on Bird Road. Through his steadfast determination and police training, he, along with detectives, were able to recover the stolen SUV and able to apprehend the suspected perpetrator of the crime. He was also commended for his response to a call in Dadeland Mall back in December of 2015 during the busy holiday season. He, along with Officers Sierra, provided life saving CPR and assistance to an unresponsive 24 year old female who had overdosed until paramedics arrived. His quick response and determination saved the young woman's life.

The events cited above are only two of the many examples which exemplify this officer's professionalism, diligence and dedication during the execution of his duties. He is a credit to the Miami Dade County Police Department, the Kendall community and the residents of Devon-Aire are lucky to have him patrolling our streets.

On behalf of our membership, the Board of Directors of Devon-Aire Villas #1 would like to thank Commissioner Levine Cava, our District 8 Commissioner, as well as Maria Elena Levrant, Chief of Constituent Affairs, for taking time to honor Officer Hernandez with a District Commendation at our Board Meeting. We are fortunate to have you in District 8.