An Austin Police officer and three Mower County deputies were among law enforcement who were honored during Thursday night’s Minnesota Twins game at Target Field.

Austin officer Lt. Jeff McCormack was once again among those honored having tallied 26 DWI arrests in 2018, as well as deputies Jamie Meyer (64), Thomas Brogan (39) and Tyler Wilson (32).

Law enforcement teamed up in 2018 to make nearly 27,000 DWI arrests across Minnesota. Forty-three law enforcement officers, troopers, deputies, and prosecutors were honored as the 12th DWI Enforcer All-Star team during the Twins pre-game activities Thursday. The event is sponsored by AAA.

In 2018, the all-stars made 3,017 combined DWI arrests across Minnesota, protecting countless innocent lives from being changed forever. On average, three people are arrested for DWI every hour in Minnesota.

“This accomplishment is not about the number of arrests made,” said Mike Hanson, Office of Traffic Safety director. “This is about the completely preventable tragedies that never took place. We are here today to recognize the dedication and commitment that each of these officers, troopers, deputies and attorneys have displayed in their unwavering commitment to keep Minnesota roads safe for all.”

Minneapolis Police Officer Jeremy Brodin led the way with 156 arrests in the Twin Cities. In Greater Minnesota, St. Cloud Police officer Darin Vossen led the state in DWI arrests with 168.