FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, Ill. — United States Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe announced the recipients of the 2022 Law Enforcement Public Service Awards on Thursday, and a few local officers were honored.

A group award was given to members of the Centralia Police Department and the Centralia Safe Streets Working Group for their investigation which led the successful prosecution of Chris Jamison, a prolific shooter and member of a well-known street gang in Centralia.

Jamison was eventually sentenced to more than six years in the Bureau of Prisons, almost double the advisory sentencing guideline range.

Receiving the award were Centralia Police Officers Lieutenant Jamie James, Sergeant Mike Peebles, and Officer Travis Ripperda along with FBI Special Agent Ryan James.

Personnel from several federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies who contributed to the success of federal cases were recognized for their commitment to pursuing justice and public safety.

These awards recognize law enforcement officers and support personnel for exceptional leadership, outstanding collaboration, investigative achievement and excellence, victim assistance, and community engagement.