Trooper Atkinson recognized with Local Hero Award

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WALLA WALLA, Wash.- The Walla Walla County Traffic Safety Coalition has honored Washington State Patrol Trooper, Dean Atkinson, with a Local Hero Award.

Atkinson was shot in the face while on patrol in September 22 before driving himself to a hospital. He was then taken to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for further treatment.

The Coalition recognized Trooper Atkinson’s work to keep the community safe.

 

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