Hero cop wounded in a shootout with suspect among those promoted at NYPD ceremony
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Detective Matthew Mauro, who was shot while pursuing a murder suspect, received a promotion to second grade detective at an NYPD ceremony. Mauro expressed his gratitude for the support from the department and his family, stating that it made his challenges easier to manage. The event, held at the NYPD Police Academy, also saw Detective Christopher Welch receive a promotion and a Combat Cross for his involvement in a dangerous undercover operation. Overall, the ceremony honored multiple officers for their bravery and dedication in service to the community.
Det. Matthew Mauro expressed gratitude after being promoted at the NYPD ceremony, saying, "I'm just really grateful; it makes all the hard work worth it."
Det. Christopher Welch celebrated his promotion and Combat Cross award, stating, "It's a rejoice moment for myself, my family, with all the hours that we put in as detective."
Read at New York Post
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