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Late Captain Justin Bedwell recognized with medal of honor
Late Captain Justin Bedwell recognized with medal of honor By Bobby Poitevint | May 12, 2021 at 6:54 PM EDT - Updated May 13 at 12:04 AM
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WALB) -Not a dry eye was in sight as many law enforcement officers and others continue to remember and honor the late Decatur County Sheriff’s Office’s Justin Bedwell.
Just over two months ago,
After his death, he was later promoted to Captain.
Southwest Georgia law enforcement officers and so many more are not letting his legacy of 20 years on the force be lost.
A ceremony was held on Wednesday at the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with national police week.
Funeral services held for Decatur Co. Sheriffâs Office captain By Bobby Poitevint | March 4, 2021 at 5:17 PM EST - Updated March 4 at 11:51 PM
BAINBRIDGE, Ga. (WALB) -Many people are mourning the loss of Decatur County Sheriffâs Office Captain Justin Bedwell.
Funeral services took place Thursday.
They started in the only way a true Star Wars fan would have it, with Darth Vaderâs anthem playing.
Seats in Centennial Field Stadium were full of many people who came to pay their final respects to the father, son, husband, friend, and officer, gone too soon.
Some of Justinâs sense of humor made its way to the podium.
Bainbridge community remembers Captain Justin Bedwell wtxl.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wtxl.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Community remembers fallen Decatur County deputy, Captain Justin Bedwell wtxl.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wtxl.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.