October 13, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 176 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E952]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE LIFE OF DETECTIVE KEVIN COLLINS

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                          HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 13, 2020

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and 
legacy of Pine Bluff police detective Kevin Dwaine Collins. His life 
tragically cut short in the line of duty on Monday, October 5, we take 
this time to thank him for his life of service and his family for their 
ultimate sacrifice.
  A member of the Pine Bluff Police Department since 2015, Detective 
Collins had proven himself to be a valuable resource and friend to his 
community. While his family and friends refer to him as a leader and a 
``gentle giant,'' it was well-known that Detective Collins held his 
calling to law enforcement with the greatest zeal.
  Prior to his work with the police department, Collins served in a 
variety of public service areas like the Arkansas Department of 
Corrections and the Metropolitan Emergency Communication Association. 
In 2017, he was named Pine Bluff Police Department's Officer of the 
Year.
  Detective Collins is named by community leaders of Pine Bluff as 
``one of the finest officers you could ever hope to have.'' His work 
was not just a job, ``but it was his mission.'' It is clear from his 
years of service and his commitment to love his fellow man that 
Detective Kevin Collins is a man deserving of the highest honor. I take 
this time to celebrate his legacy and to thank him for the sacrifice he 
has made for our community and our home.

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