EAST BRIDGEWATER — Chief Michael Jenkins and the East Bridgewater Police Department are proud to announce that Patrol Officer Derreck Card has received an OUI Excellence Award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in recognition of his outstanding efforts to combat impaired driving.
MADD Massachusetts recognized more than 50 law enforcement officials during the Annual Law Enforcement Recognition Ceremony on Tuesday morning at the Devens Common Center. In addition to OUI Excellence Awards, MADD recognized the Officer of the Year, Trooper of the Year, Drug Recognition Expert of the Year, MADD Lifetime Achievement Award and Unit of the Year.
Officer Card is one of the East Bridgewater Police Department’s most proactive officers, with a strong focus on traffic enforcement, including the identification and arrest of impaired drivers.
In 2024, Officer Card arrested 11 impaired drivers while also managing his regular duties, responding to calls for service and handling emergencies.
In addition to his patrol duties, Officer Card serves as a Southeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (SEMLEC) SWAT operator and the department’s Evidence and Property Officer.
“Patrol Officer Derreck Card has relentlessly pursued impaired drivers and traffic violators, all while maintaining a high level of commitment to community safety,” said Chief Jenkins. “His work has directly contributed to reducing traffic-related crashes and illegal activity in our community, and he continues to earn praise from residents for the respectful and professional manner in which he conducts himself. This recognition from MADD is well-earned — and it’s not the first time.”
Officer Card was also recognized by MADD in 2023.
MADD Massachusetts annually honors officers, departments and prosecutors from across the Commonwealth who have gone above and beyond in the fight against drunk and drugged driving.
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