In August, the Roswell Rotary Club honored Hometown Heroes with the Roswell Police Department in two different ways.

Officer Thomas Chandler was recognized for his heroic action in stopping a wrong-way drunk driver on GA 400 in August 2024. Officer Chandler positioned his patrol vehicle in the path of the oncoming car preventing a potentially catastrophic head-on- collision. His actions saved lives including the driver who ended up being treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The driver was then arrested for DUI, driving on the wrong side of the roadway and numerous other charges. “Officer Chandler’s bravery in this incident amplifies the dedication and courage of the men and women who work daily to protect and serve the Roswell community,” Chief James Conroy, Roswell Police Department. 

Later in August, 40+ Roswell Rotarians proudly joined over 700 total participants in the Officer Jeremy Labonte 5k Run. Hosted by the Tunnels to Towers organization, this community activity raised awareness for Officer Labonte’s ultimate sacrifice and collected funds for his family. He was killed in the line of duty responding to a suspicious person call in February of this year.  He had been with Roswell PD for three years.

Roswell Rotary is proud to recognize a Hometown Hero each month for the 2025-26 Rotary Year.  Focus for our Hometown Hero recognition is on Veterans, First Responders and Teachers.