>From Staff Reports
The Cumberland Times-News Thu May 12, 2011, 10:43 PM EDT
— MCHENRY — The Maryland State Police McHenry Barrack has announced Cpl. James Pritts as its 2010 Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year and Tfc. Delmas Brick as 2010 Trooper of the Year.
Pritts is a 16-year veteran of the department who has been assigned to the McHenry Barrack as a corporal since February 2008.
“Corporal Pritts’ performance by his subordinates was exemplary for 2010,” said Capt. James R. Pyles, MSP Western Troop commander. “The work group that he commands out-performed all the other groups in overall performance. The troopers under his command consistently go above and beyond in traffic performance and criminal apprehensions. His subordinates received the McHenry barrack Trooper of the Year the past two years. This is a direct reflection on his ability as a supervisor.
Pyles said that Pritts demonstrates excellent time management skills and always volunteers to help in any way possible. “Through Corporal Pritts’ initiative, insight and leadership, he is commended for representing the barrack, the department and the community with the highest of moral values and dedication to serve, exemplifying why he is one of ‘Maryland’s Finest,’ ” said Pyles.
Pyles also commended Brick as Trooper of the Year.
“Tfc. Brick has demonstrated through a tireless work ethic and determination that he is more than deserving of this honor. Tfc. Brick has proven to be a valuable asset to the McHenry barrack and the Maryland State Police,” said Pyles.
Brick has spent his entire career in the Field Operations Bureau working at the Frederick and McHenry barracks. In 2010, he managed the highest criminal case load of any trooper at the McHenry barrack and ranked No. 1 at the barrack in criminal arrests. He also made 1,355 traffic stops in 2010.
“Tfc. Brick is a well-rounded trooper, with a work ethic that is second to none,” said Lt. Mitch Frey, McHenry barrack commander.
“Tfc. Brick maintains a high morale as evidenced by his statistical performance and he gives new meaning to the phrase ‘eight hours of work for eight hours of pay.’ He is never heard complaining and is the definition of a consummate professional. He assists his work group and shares information that may assist other barrack troopers and allied agencies in their investigations.”
The work performed by Pritts and Brick is supported by the 40 personnel assigned to the McHenry barrack, who made 14,310 total traffic stops and made 233 total arrests last year.
“Their dedicated efforts help save lives by reducing traffic crashes and interdicting individuals attempting to further their criminal enterprise by traveling in or through Garrett County,” said Frey.
“The McHenry barrack consists of an excellent group of men and women with whom I am honored to work beside daily. Whether you live in Garrett County, are visiting here, or are just traveling through, all of us in the Maryland State Police are committed to serving and protecting you.”
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