By Cindy Peterson
Lady Lake Office Andru Eckerdt Receives ‘Service Above Self’ Award
Lady Lake Police Officer Andru Eckerdt was honored this week during the Leesburg Rotary Club’s 43rd Annual Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Program with the “Service Above Self” Award.
Officer Eckerdt was recognized for exceptional dedication, professionalism, and productivity, making significant contributions to the safety and well-being of the Lady Lake community. Last year, he handled over 1,000 calls for service, made 615 traffic stops and wrote 282 traffics citations and 487 warnings. In addition, he covered 65 crash investigations and made 88 arrests.
Officer Eckerdt embodies the qualities of an outstanding police officer; dedicated, courageous, and compassionate. His unwavering commitment to serving and protecting our community is commendable and worthy of recognition.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.
