(Benson MN-) The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division in February formally recognized 18 people and one dog for their lifesaving actions during 2024 and so far in 2025.
“It’s impossible to predict when the call will come that someone is in grave danger and needs help, but these individuals responded at a moment’s notice to situations that otherwise could have ended in tragedy,” said Col. Rodmen Smith, DNR Enforcement Division director. “In many of these cases, we worked alongside our public safety partners and civilians in the area. I can’t say enough about the character and commitment of them and our Enforcement staff to keeping the people of Minnesota safe.”…