Officers who responded to J.R. Michaud shooting recognized
KAMLOOPS — RCMP have handed out commendations to a number of local heroes, including several people who sprang into action on the day Corporal J.R. Michaud was shot.
The detachment’s annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony saw St. John’s Life-Saving Certificates handed out to Constable Rob Welsman, Constable Richard Christy and Constable Steve Marcil for rushing to help Michaud after he was shot during a December 2014 traffic stop in Batchelor Heights.
Marcil was also given a Commanding Officer’s Commendation for Bravery, as he returned fire on shooter Kenneth Knutson before giving Michaud first aid.
Corporal Jodi Shelkie notes Sergeant Darren Michels, Corporal Cheryl Bush and Constable Tyler Braun were also recognized for the support they provided to Michaud and his family in the days and weeks after the shooting.