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This resolution honors Master Police Officer Christopher "Chris" Santos Carrizales, a dedicated law enforcement professional who served with the Columbia Police Department and passed away on February 19, 2025. The resolution highlights Carrizales' distinguished military service in the United States Army, including his deployment during Operation Desert Storm, and his extensive career in law enforcement, during which he worked in various roles such as North Region Patrol, Community Services, and the Drug Suppression team. The document emphasizes his commitment to public service, noting his security work for two Columbia mayors and his receipt of multiple awards, including the Columbia Police Department Officer of the Year Award. The Senate resolution expresses profound sorrow at his passing and extends deep sympathy to his family, including his wife of thirty-four years, Gayle, and their two children, Blake and Lauren. Additionally, the resolution stipulates that an official copy of the document will be presented to Carrizales' family as a gesture of respect and remembrance.

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