Ed Hano and David Holcombe named police officer and firefighter of the year

DOWNEY -- Police Cpl. Edward Hano and fire Capt. David Holcombe will be honored as Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year, respectively, at a luncheon April 17 at the Rio Hondo Event Center. 

Now in its fourth year, the annual awards ceremony is put on by the Downey Police & Fire Foundation. 

Honorees are selected after consideration of a variety of criteria including, but not limited to, outstanding acts of kindness, compassion, courage, attitude, professional work ethic, and devotion to duty. 

Tickets to the luncheon are $30 and must be purchased in advance by contact Yvonne Rosales at (562) 904-2301 or yrosales@downeyca.org. 

Event sponsorships are also available, ranging from $500-$2,500. The event begins at 11:30 a.m.