Bismarck, N.D. – Trooper Jamey Jahner was awarded the North Dakota
Highway Patrol Legion of Honor award yesterday at a ceremony in Fargo.
This award was established to recognize NDHP employees who, through no
fault of their own, sustain personal injury inflicted by another while
serving in an official capacity. Thirteen NDHP employees have been
awarded the Legion of Honor since its inception in 2000.
On
February 11, Jahner was injured while assisting a motorist stuck in the
median of I-94 near West Fargo. Jahner was inside his parked patrol car
providing traffic control, warning other motorists of the hazard. A
passer-by lost control of his vehicle and struck Jahner at a rate of 55
to 60 mph. Jahner sustained injuries to his back and a laceration on the
back of his head. Despite the injuries, Jahner notified State Radio of
the crash and checked on the motorists involved. He continued to
provide traffic control while placing pressure on his head wound until
assistance arrived. Jahner has permanent scarring from the laceration
and continues to seek treatment for his back injuries.
“It’s
an honor to recognize Trooper Jahner for his dedication to the Patrol
and North Dakota citizens,” said Col. Jim Prochniak. “Serving citizens
as a trooper is challenging and instances like this remind us of the
risks associated with the job. In the face of danger, Trooper Jahner
remained committed to professionalism and serving the motorists
involved.”
