Submitted by the Shelby County Sheriff's Office
Clay Hammac was formally recognized in Orlando by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) as one of law enforcement’s Top 40 under 40 professionals.
On Oct. 8, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Clay Hammac, also commander of the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force, was formally recognized in Orlando by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) as one of law enforcement’s Top 40 under 40 professionals.
Hammac was selected from a candidate pool representing more than 32,000 law enforcement officers from 152 different countries. Annually, the IACP recognizes the top 40 law enforcement officers from across the globe, under the age of 40, for their service, compassion and leadership.
The event was concluded by remarks from President Donald Trump, recognizing the sacrifices made from all law enforcement and their families.
Hammac was nominated for the award by Sheriff John Samaniego. The nomination packet spotlighted letters of reference and his faith-based work outside of law enforcement and a number of his career achievements, such as testifying before the U.S. Congressional Financial Services Committee.
Samaniego said: “Captain Hammac is so deserving of this award. He exemplifies the professionalism and hard work of our employees who work tirelessly to serve Shelby County.”
When asked about the award, Hammac said, “There are so many others who are well deserving of this award, and to be recognized by my peers and my command staff is an incredible honor that leaves me speechless.”
The other 39 awardees were recognized from 22 states and Spain, Australia, China, Mexico, Israel, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Canada and Colombia.
Submitted by the Shelby County Sheriff's Office
