Lawrenceburg, Greendale Officers Recognized as Traffic Safety All-Stars

The award recognizes efforts in impaired driving enforcement.

Luke Gentry honored as a Traffic Safety All-Star. Photo provided. (Photo of Officer Boggs was not available). 

INDIANAPOLIS - Two law enforcement officers from Dearborn County have been recognized as Traffic Safety All-Stars.

The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) on Wednesday presented 62 police officers with the Traffic Safety All-Star Award for their efforts in impaired driving enforcement.

To qualify for the award, an officer must have made at least 20 operating while intoxicated arrests and participated in one of the state’s enhanced enforcement campaigns in the previous year.

Greendale Police officer Austin Boggs and Lawrenceburg Police officer Luke Gentry are among the 62 officers statewide to be recognized.

Boggs made 27 OWI arrests, while Gentry made 21.

In total, the 62 officers recognized made nearly 3,000 OWI arrests last year.

“Every time an officer makes a stop for drunk or drug-impaired driving, they potentially save a life,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI Executive Director. “Our roads and communities are safer, and people are alive today, thanks to the actions of these brave men and women. It was an honor to recognize their efforts.

According to the ICJI, one out of four fatal crashes in Indiana involves a drunk driver.

“Even if only one drink is consumed, designate a sober driver or use public transportation or a ride service. Never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol or let friends get behind the wheel if they’re impaired.”