The Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club recognized Forsyth County Sheriff’s Deputy First Class De’Andre Loucks at the club’s 2022 Respect for Law program. At a club meeting, Deputy Loucks was presented a plaque with the inscription “For your outstanding contributions to the youth of Forsyth County.”

“Among a variety of programs to bring out the best in youth and communities, honoring law enforcement officials is one of the tenants of the Optimist Club,” explained club president Carolynn Martin. “Our goal is to inspire respect for law enforcement among young people and to educate them on the vital jobs of law enforcement men and women.”

To be recognized by such a prestigious organization is a testament to Deputy Loucks’ professionalism and bravery...

“It is a pleasure to see Deputy Loucks receive the Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club award,” commented Sheriff Ron Freeman. “To be recognized by such a prestigious organization is a testament to Deputy Loucks’ professionalism and bravery. On behalf of all the men and women of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office we are grateful to the Sawnee-Cumming Optimist Club.”

"This award is a small token representing the collective enthusiasm and gratitude we have for the self-sacrifice and desire Deputy Loucks has shown to make Forsyth County an ideal place to live and work,” remarked the club’s Respect for Law committee chairperson Robyn Ulatowski. “We are proud to honor Deputy Loucks, representing everyone in Sheriff Freeman’s department.”

Officers attending the Optimist Club Respect for Law award presentation (from left): Sheriff Freeman, Lieutenant Scotty Spriggs, Major Mark Hoffman, Deputy First Class Loucks, and Sergeant Bobby Francis.