Officers saw to it that justice was served
The Caldwell family would like to thank police officers Michael Terry and John Slone for their dedication. They deserve a medal for what they do every day.
Since Dec. 25, 2006, these men have been in our lives. If it were not for their hard work, April Caldwell's alleged killer would still be on the run.
When they came to our house on Sept. 20 and gave us the news of her alleged killer's capture, we finally began to hope that justice can be served. They proved they've got what it takes to be dedicated police officers. Without men like this, there would be no justice. They take their jobs seriously.
A person's character is judged by how they present themselves. These detectives have more heart and kindness then any men we've met. We cannot thank them enough for what they have done for us. We can only hope that if anyone needs a good detective, they will get one of these.
It is not about making money to them; it is about delivering the good news as they did ours that day and seeing the tears of joy and relief. We no longer have to live in fear, and now April's justice is served.
Marsha Bond
Reidsville
The writer is the sister of April Caldwell, who was stabbed to death last Dec. 25 at age 17. April's ex-boyfriend, Juan Carlos Ramirez, has been arrested and charged in the slaying. Bond sent the letter on behalf of the entire Caldwell family.