May 14, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 80 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING SERGEANT KELVIN ANSARI

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Sergeant Kelvin Ansari, who passed away in the line of duty on Saturday 
night at the age of 50.
  On Saturday night, Sergeant Ansari and Officer Douglas Thomas arrived 
to investigate a robbery in downtown Savannah. Both officers returned 
to the scene later that night after receiving a description of the 
suspect's car, who they thought had left the scene. However, the 
individual was still inside the car and opened fire. Both police 
officers were struck, but Sergeant Ansari later succumbed to his 
injuries.
  Joining the police department in Savannah in 2008, Sergeant Ansari 
had previously served in the United States Army for 21 years. He was a 
father of four, a husband, and a leader who dedicated so much of his 
life to protecting our country and our community.
  It is unfortunate in times like these that we are reminded of the 
danger that our police officers face each day in keeping our 
communities safe.
  Sergeant Ansari's family and friends, as well as the entire Savannah 
Police Department, are in our thoughts and prayers during this most 
difficult time.

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