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Officer awarded for dedication By David Lea OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFF A Halton Regional Police Service constable has been recognized for his dedication to youth mentorship and education with the Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee Medal. Constable Drew Scott, a 25-year member of Halton police, joined the Educational Services Unit in January 2007 where he played an integral leadership role in the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program. The highly acclaimed international course teaches Grade 6 students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and how to make positive choices. Each year, more than 6,000 youths across the region receive the curriculum from a specially trained team of six Halton police officers, including Scott. "I gladly accept this honour on behalf of our unit," said Scott. "More than any one person, this medal recognizes the work being done every day by all of our officers to connect and engage with youths. Working with youths has been the absolute highlight of my career." Scott will be formally recognized and presented with the medal at the Aug. 16 swearConstable Drew Scott, Halton Regional Police "I gladly accept this honour on behalf of our unit. More than any one person, this medal recognizes the work being done every day by all of our officers to connect and engage with youths. Working with youths has been the absolute highlight of my career." Man facing robbery charge A 23-year-old Oakville man is facing charges in connection with the alleged robbery of the Esso station at 345 Speers Rd. early Tuesday. Halton police said the incident occurred shortly after midnight when a man was reported to have entered the gas station, approached an employee at the cash register and indicated he had a concealed firearm. Police reported the man demanded, and was given, a quantity of cash and then fled. No one was harmed during the robbery and at no time was a firearm actually seen. Halton police arrived on the scene a few moments later and began an investigation, which resulted in a suspect being arrested later the same day. Derek Johne, 23, of Oakville faces a charge of robbery and two counts of breaching probation. Police continue to investigate this incident and anyone with information related to it is asked to contact the Oakville Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747, ext. 2215 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). 13 · Friday, August 3, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com COURTESY HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE Decorated: Halton Regional Police Constable Drew Scott received the Queen Elizzabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. ing-in ceremony for new Halton police officers. "We are very proud that Const. Scott has been recognized by Governor General David Johnston for his outstanding contributions to youths in our community," said ActingChief Andrew Fletcher. "He exemplifies the commitment our service has to making a positive difference in Halton." The Diamond Jubilee Medals commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's accession to the throne, and celebrates the significant achievements and extraordinary contributions Canadians have made to benefit their fellow citizens and country.