On February 11th, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Kathy McArthur, Founder of McArthur Law Firm, addressed the Bibb County Sheriff’s Department, including Sheriff Davis, Commanders, Captains, Deputy Sheriffs, and Lieutenants, to present this award. The recipient, Jesse Thompson, is a SWAT Commander for Bibb County. The Macon Hero Award was created to honor unsung heroes who keep our community safe, highlighting the dedication of first responders and law enforcement officers whose work often goes unrecognized, though the effects are felt throughout our entire community.
The 2025 Macon hero: Commander Thompson was selected for his actions on December 21, 2024, during a barricaded‑suspect incident. After gas was deployed, the home filled with smoke and became engulfed in flames, blocking multiple entry attempts. He crawled into the burning structure, followed faint cries for help, located the trapped individual, carried him from the home, disarmed the knife he was holding, and ensured he received medical care.
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Video from the ceremony found here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Etq961j5w/
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WPGA Coverage on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxe9nA98p-g
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WPGA’s coverage can be viewed here: https://www.wpganews.com/…/swat-commander-receives-law…/



