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Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Officer Honored During Clark County Black History Month Ceremony

LVMPD Officer Honored at Black History Month Ceremony
LVMPD Officer Dwayne Henderson is recognized during Clark County’s Black History Month Recognition Ceremony held during a Board of Clark County Commissioners meeting in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS — An officer with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department was recognized during a Black History Month ceremony held at a meeting of the Clark County Board of Commissioners.

Officer Dwayne Henderson was honored as part of Clark County’s annual Black History Month Recognition Ceremony, which highlights individuals described as “movers and shakers” in the Las Vegas Valley. The ceremony took place during a regularly scheduled commission meeting at the Clark County Government Center.

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Clark County Black History Month Recognition Ceremony
Honorees pose during Clark County’s Black History Month Recognition Ceremony held during a Board of Clark County Commissioners meeting in Las Vegas.

County officials recognized Henderson for his dedication to public service and his leadership within both the department and the broader community. The annual observance is intended to spotlight residents whose professional achievements and civic involvement have made a measurable impact across Southern Nevada.

LVMPD, which provides law enforcement services for the city of Las Vegas and unincorporated Clark County, serves a population of more than 2 million residents and responds to public safety needs in one of the nation’s most visited metropolitan areas.

Black History Month is observed each February across the United States to honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans. Local governments and community organizations throughout the Las Vegas Valley mark the occasion with events, educational programs and formal recognitions.

Officials said the ceremony serves to acknowledge leadership, service and community engagement while celebrating the lasting contributions of those who help strengthen the region.

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