Bangor Man Receives ‘Challenge Coin’ From Local Police For Helping Them Subdue Suspect

What does it take for an average Joe to earn the honor of receiving a "Challenge Coin" from the Bangor Police Department? Well, it's spelled out pretty specifically in their latest social media post, as a man from Bangor recently received one!

According to the Bangor Police Department's statement, the Challenge Coin is an honor given to citizens that the police department members believe have performed "true acts of extraordinary kindness and helpfulness" on behalf of the residents of Bangor.

Bangor resident Kyle Meehan fit that bill this past October when he assisted a Bangor Police Officer who was caught in a tough situation, waiting for backup to arrive.

Meehan's quick thinking and response in a moment of need helped keep things from getting out of hand.

"On October 28th, Kyle saw Officer Hayward wrestling with a suspect on the side of Garland Street. Officer Hayward had called for back-up, and several officers were responding. Kyle recognized Officer Hayward needed help immediately and jumped in to assist. He helped Officer Hayward maintain control of the suspect until back-up arrived."

Because Meehan's actions directly and significantly assisted Officer Hayward, Hayward submitted his name for the special honor.

Meehan received a special visit from Officer Hayward this past weekend, along with some Bangor PD swag and his Challenge Coin.

Good job, Mr. Meehan, for being in the right place at the right time and for stepping up to help in a moment of need.

And good job to the Bangor PD for recognizing when someone goes above and beyond.