Tampa, FL – A Florida Highway Patrol trooper who was shot during a pursuit on Interstate 75 last year has been recognized with three top honors after returning to full duty.
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), Trooper Turner was wounded on February 4, 2023, during an active pursuit in Pasco County involving burglary suspects in a stolen Ford F-250. The suspects allegedly fired at other motorists before Turner executed a PIT maneuver to stop the vehicle.
When one of the armed suspects fled on foot, Turner pursued and was shot in the abdomen. Despite being wounded, he returned fire, stopping the threat.
After undergoing multiple surgeries, Turner made a full recovery and returned to duty by May 2023. This week, he was honored with the 2024 Florida Highway Patrol Trooper of the Year, the Medal of Valor, and the Purple Heart.
The agency also celebrated the recent conviction of Yoandy Mora-Perez, who was found guilty on all related charges.
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