Sergeant Vega Recieves Award for Heroism

Sergeant Pat Vega with the Santa Rosa Sheriff's Office was honored by the local state chapter of the Florida Council on Crime and Delinquency on July 15, 2005 for his heroic actions in the line of duty. At that time Sergeant Vega responded to the calls for assistance from Deputy Danny Aloy who was being attacked on July 22, 2004 while attempting to apprehend two fleeing suspects. His quick response was instrumental in preventing Deputy Aloy from serious injury or death even though Aloy was beaten into unconsciousness as it were. Sergeant Vega's quick response saved Deputy Aloy's life while he forcibly pulled one suspect off and placed him under arrest then administered medical aid to all parties until Aloy could be transported to a medical facility by helicopter where he remained for several days. His actions earned him the distinguished "Merit Award" presented to him by Sheriff Wendell Hall in February of 2005. Sergeant Vega presently occupies the position of a patrol sergeant and supervises up to six road deputies. He is also a bi-lingual officer and in that capacity he serves as a lead instructor for the "Survival Spanish for Law Enforcement Officers" course. Sergeant Vega began his law enforcement career in 1996 and has been with the Santa Rosa Sheriff's Office since 1998. He holds an associates degree in Engineering from Pensacola Junior College and a bachelor's degree from Florida State University in Criminology. He has twice received the "Deputy of the Month" award by his peers as well as that of "Deputy of the Quarter." His personnel file reflects eighteen (18) letters of commendation and appreciation for services rendered to the citizens of Santa Rosa County. Sergeant Vega is also an instructor for George Stone Law Enforcement Academy and has taught salary incentive courses to his fellow officers in the field.