PC Sam O'Key收到了自然观察基金会在坎布里亚郡的野生动植物犯罪打击野生动植物犯罪的杰出工作，并设定了国家标准。

Cumbrian Police Officer Honored for Wildlife Crime Fight

坎布里安警察因野生动植物犯罪而荣幸

In a victory for animal welfare, Cumbrian police officer PC Sam O'Key has been awarded the first-ever Naturewatch Foundation Challenge Coin. This honor recognizes her exceptional dedication to investigating and disrupting criminal networks that harm animals across the region.

为了获得动物福利的胜利，坎布里安警察PC Sam O'Key被授予有史以来的首个自然观察基金会挑战币。这种荣誉认可了她对调查和破坏伤害该地区动物的犯罪网络的非凡奉献精神。

A Surprise Ceremony and Heartfelt Recognition

惊喜仪式和衷心的认可

The award was presented to PC O'Key in a surprise ceremony by Sarah Carr, CEO of Naturewatch Foundation. PC O'Key, the wildlife coordinator at Cumbria Police since 2018, expressed her gratitude, emphasizing the crucial support of Naturewatch Foundation and other partner agencies in identifying and disrupting illegal activities.

自然观察基金会首席执行官莎拉·卡尔（Sarah Carr）在一次惊喜仪式上颁发了该奖项。自2018年以来，Cumbria警察局的野生动植物协调员PC O'Key表示感谢，强调了自然观察基金会和其他合作伙伴机构在识别和破坏非法活动方面的关键支持。

The Naturewatch Foundation Challenge Coin

自然观察基金会挑战硬币

The Naturewatch Foundation launched the Challenge Coin to celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in supporting animal welfare and combating cruelty. A maximum of four coins are issued each year, traditionally presented to members of the military or law enforcement for exceptional service.

自然观察基金会（Nature Watch Foundation）发起了挑战硬币，以庆祝那些在支持动物福利和打击残酷的人以外的人。每年最多发出四枚硬币，传统上向军事或执法成员提供特殊服务。

Setting a National Standard

设定国家标准

Jim Clark, campaign manager at Naturewatch Foundation, praised PC O'Key's investigative dedication and commitment to protecting wildlife. Her work has exposed criminal operations and helped set the investigative standard for wildlife crime officers nationally. PC O'Key also serves on the national Badger Persecution Priority Delivery Group, showcasing her commitment.

自然观察基金会竞选经理吉姆·克拉克（Jim Clark）赞扬了PC O'Key的调查奉献和致力于保护野生动植物的承诺。她的工作暴露了犯罪行动，并帮助制定了全国野生动植物犯罪官员的调查标准。 PC O'Key还参加了国家badge迫害优先交付小组，展示了她的承诺。

Wildlife Crime: A Persistent Threat

野生动植物犯罪：持续的威胁

Despite legal protections, wildlife crime, including badger baiting and hare coursing, remains prevalent. Naturewatch Foundation highlights the link between wildlife crime and broader issues like organized crime and habitat degradation. The foundation is campaigning to make wildlife crime a "notifiable" offense, improving data collection and resource allocation.

尽管有法律保护，但野生动植物犯罪，包括badge诱饵和野兔的犯罪仍然很普遍。 NatureWatch基金会强调了野生动植物犯罪与更广泛的问题（例如有组织犯罪和栖息地退化）之间的联系。该基金会旨在使野生动植物犯罪成为“明显的”罪行，从而改善了数据收集和资源分配。

A Testament to Hard Work and Dedication

证明辛勤工作和奉献精神

Chief Constable Darren Martland of Cumbria Constabulary congratulated PC O'Key, recognizing the award as a testament to her hard work and determination to tackle wildlife crime. The coin bears the words "Committed to advancing animal welfare," representing the dedication required to combat these crimes.

坎布里亚郡警察局的首席警官达伦·马特兰（Darren Martland）表示祝贺O'Key，承认该奖项证明了她的辛勤工作和决心应对野生动植物犯罪的决心。硬币带有“致力于促进动物福利”的单词，代表了抗击这些犯罪所需的奉献精神。

Looking Ahead

展望未来

PC O'Key's recognition is a win for all wildlife enthusiasts. Her dedication shows that with passion and collaboration, we can make a real difference in protecting our furry, feathered, and scaled friends. Here's to hoping more officers follow in her footsteps, making the world a safer place for animals, one investigation at a time!

PC O'Key的认可是所有野生动物爱好者的胜利。她的奉献精神表明，通过热情和协作，我们可以在保护我们的毛茸茸，羽毛和扩大的朋友方面具有真正的影响。这是希望更多的官员跟随她的脚步，使世界变得更安全的动物，一次调查！