Constable Jeff Tait honoured with 2022 Ontario Medal for Police Bravery after his quick action helped save life of fellow officer Ryan Vendramin, who was shot in line of duty
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Tait was working the night shift on Sept. 28, 2021 with Const. Ryan Vendramin when the call came in at about 3:30 a.m. Upon arriving at the address, the officers saw a a man in a parking lot wearing clothing that matched the description of the suspect. They attempted to communicate with the man as a second cruiser arrived.
"It was thanks to Const. Jeffrey Tait’s bravery and swift actions that his partner’s life was saved," said the release.
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