SAUSD Police Officer Brian Harris received a commendation for performing a valiant act that saved the life of a Santa Ana resident. He poses with his award and SAUSD Superintendent Jane Russo.
Officer Harris has been a patrol officer for SAUSD since 2007 and is the school district’s informal liaison to the Orange County Gang Investigators Association. He was previously a district safety officer assigned to Saddleback High School in 2006, having come to SAUSD with six years of law enforcement experience in California. He consistently performs at a high level and takes pride in his duty to serve.
Officer Brian Harris was given his award for heroism at the April 14th, 2009 Board of Education meeting. His story can be found at this SAUSD Link and at an Orange County Register Link
In late February, Officer Harris went above and beyond the call of duty prior to his shift ending by responding to a call to render aid to a man who was lying on the railroad tracks near Grand Avenue and East Chestnut Street. Officer Harris quickly responded by moving the Santa Ana resident from the tracks to an area of safety immediately before a Metrolink train passed by. He saw to it that the victim was transported to St. Joseph Hospital for further treatment.
Congratulations, Officer Harris, on a job well done!
You know, you guys always make me nervous because I’m afraid of getting a ticket for just breathing (call it paranoia) BUT I want you to know I SO appreciate the work you do. We are lucky to have people who want to serve the public.
Don’t worry Pat, we’re not looking for you!
Officer Harris,
My Whole life,I had never met a cop
before,not until 1998,when I first became home-
less for the first time. I met many Cops in Sunnyvale,Ca. and most were really great cops.
I met one in particular,who had become my hero,
he was there for me,no matter what! I wanted to
congratulate you,you deserve it! Growing up, I
wanted to be a cop,but I went into a different
direction,but I was still able to help other
people,I’m glad I did. I wish you much Luck and
stay safe as you go on patrol. God Bess You,
Linda M. Yoshino—San Jose,California