Mallory paraprofessional Zachary Omans receives Citizen Service Medal
June 6, 2022
Zachary Omans received the Citizen Service Medal, the highest honor awarded to a citizen, for displaying an act of bravery and/or courage while assisting the Springfield Police Department in his home.
Omans, a paraprofessional at Mallory Early Childhood Education Center, received the award at a special ceremony June 3. The Springfield Police Department awards program was created to appropriately recognize officers and citizens whose acts or actions are deemed exceptional or outstanding.
"We’re thankful that Mr. Omans is here with us today and honored to recognize him for his brave and courageous actions," said Chief Paul Williams during the ceremony. "While facing a deadly threat himself, he made the conscious choice to act, which along with the actions of the officers involved, helped to ensure no innocent lives were lost in his home that day."