Author of the article: Scott Nixon
Publishing date: May 19, 2021  â¢Â 5 hours ago  â¢Â 4 minute read  â¢Â
Ed Butler of Lucan holds the Challenge Coin that was recently presented to him by the Ontario Provincial Police to honour his grandfather, Peter Butler III, who was the first Black OPP officer. Also pictured is Exeter's Marlene Thornton, Ed's niece and Peter III's great-granddaughter. Beside them is a pair of handcuffs and a billy club from Peter III's policing career. Scott Nixon Photo by Scott Nixon /jpg, SD
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The memory of a prominent member of Lucanâs â and Ontarioâs â history has been formally recognized by the Ontario Provincial Police.