The 12th Annual Above & Beyond Awards Ceremony, hosted by the Detroit Public Safety Foundation, was held on November 13, 2024 at Ford Field. This annual event allows the community to honor members from the Detroit Police Department (DPD) and Detroit Fire Department (DFD). ​

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A total of 35 first responders were recognized for their distinguished service. The Medal of Valor award recognizes the best of the best for extreme bravery in the face of danger. The Purple Heart award showcases the danger associated with the job honoring those severely injured or killed in the line-of-duty. The Emergency Medical Merit Award is for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) division to honor members for exceptional service. This year’s event included a new award, the Public Safety Distinguished Service Award, for one member from DPD and DFD who have gone above & beyond in service to the community. Nominations for this award were submitted from the community. 

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There was also a special Life Saving awards presentation for five individuals who provided immediate, lifesaving actions during a medical emergency involving a Commander within the Detroit Police Department.

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The Public Safety Partner Award was presented to Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) for its partnership with the DPSF and DPD on the Mental Health Co-Response Program. Many community partners sponsored the event with the Penske Corporation serving as the event’s Presenting Sponsor.​​​