Bellevue sergeant earns 'To Protect and Serve' Amen Corner award
Lucas was recognized for his role in an August 2025 pursuit and arrest of two suspects linked to a carjacking.
Sergeant Matthew Lucas of the Bellevue Borough Police Department received the "To Protect and Serve Award" at the 25th Annual Amen Corner Senator John Heinz Law Enforcement Awards Luncheon on October 16, 2026, at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. He was recognized for his actions during an August 2025 pursuit and the apprehension of two dangerous suspects wanted in a carjacking; the department praised his professionalism, judgment and courage. Bellevue thanked Amen Corner and KDKA-TV for highlighting Lucas and said the award reflects the department’s training and dedication to public safety.