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County Board recognizes Bonin for heroism
The deputy sheriff risked his life for a civilian last November
By Kevin Mertens - Staff Writer | Jul 25, 2021
The Faribault County Board presented officer Briar Bonin with a certificate at their meeting on July 20, in recognition of his services for Faribault County.
Faribault County Board members, at their meeting on July 20, took time to recognize Sheriff Deputy Briar Bonin for his heroic life-saving efforts as a member of a Multi-County SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) Team and Drug Task Force.
Bonin took action in November of last year to rescue a citizen who had been shot by a sniper while driving through the sniper’s field of fire. The incident occurred in Albert Lea. ....

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