HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-21-2026 Resolution Honoring Deputy Sheriff Nicholas Alexander MartinRESOLUTION HONORING DEPUTY SHERIFF NICHOLAS ALEXANDER MARTIN
IN RECOGNITION OF HIS MILITARY SERVICE AND DEPLOYMENT IN SUPPORT
OF OPERATION SPARTAN SHIELD
WHEREAS, Nicholas Alexander Martin is a dedicated member of the Person County Sheriffs
Office, having begun his service to the citizens of Person County as a Sworn Detention Officer
on November 4, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Martin successfully completed the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement
Training program and, on June l 0, 2025, was sworn in as a Deputy Sheriff and Law Enforcement
Officer with the Person County Sheriffs Office, demonstrating his commitment to protecting and
serving the citizens of Person County; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Martin also proudly serves his country as an enlisted member of the United
Sta tes Army National Guard in the capacity of a Combat Medic, exemplifying the highest ideals
of duty, service, courage, and selflessness; and
WHEREAS, on June 17, 2026, Deputy Martin received offi cial orders from the Department of
the Army to be mobilized, activated, and deployed for a period of approximately 400 days
beginning September 30, 2026, in support of Operation Spartan Shield; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Martin's willingness to temporarily leave his duties as a Person County
Deputy Sheriff to answer the call of duty to his nation is a profound example of the commitment
and sacrifice made by members of the United States Armed Forces and their families; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Martin's military service represents a continuation of his commitment to
public safety and service, extending from protecting the citizens of Person County as a Deputy
Sheriff to protecting the interests and security of the United States as a soldier of the United
States Army National Guard; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Martin's service and sacrifice are shared by his wife, Diana Anaya-Lepe,
and their three children, Alexander, age 12; Cataleya, age 7; and Marbella, age 4, who will also
experience the challenges and sacrifices associated with his extended absence; and