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Cumberland County Fire Chiefs Association recognizes local heroes

By Staff Report, posted Dec 28, 2022 on BizFayetteville.com

Captain Robert Hammonds (Center) pictured with CCFCA ​President Freddy Johnson Sr. (right), and Fayetteville Fire Chief Mike Hill (left). Photo provided by: Fayetteville Fire Department 

The Fayetteville Fire Department is standing proud after one of their leaders, Captain Robert Hammonds Sr. was recognized for his work and service to the community. 

In a ceremony of local first responders held on Dec. 22, Hammonds was given the Arnold J. Koonce Legacy Award, and recognized as the 2022 AJK Firefighter of the Year by the Cumberland County Fire Chiefs Association. 

According to the association, the award “is the most esteemed honor the Cumberland County Fire Chiefs Association can bestow on our county's truly outstanding Firefighters, EMS workers and Fire and EMS Officers who exemplify the ability, character, and leadership, coupled with dedicated service to the Cumberland County Fire Service.” 

The Fayetteville Fire Department took to social media with a congratulatory post to commemorate his achievement stating: 

“Captain Hammonds is a 25 year veteran of the Fayetteville Fire Department who is currently assigned to Fire Station 10 at the Fayetteville Regional Airport. Captain Hammonds' selfless efforts demonstrated during his tenure as Fire Department Chaplain were highlighted in his nomination letter. Great Job Captain Hammonds!” 

According to the CCFCA website, the selected Firefighter or EMS member and Fire or EMS Officer each year will have their nominations submitted the following year for a Merit recognition as part of the Greater Fayetteville Chamber Annual Valor Awards program.

Also recognized with the 2022 AJK Officer of the Year Award was Assistant Chief Sean C. Johnson of the Stoney Point Fire Department.

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