Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue | Ashley Smith reward ceremony

ATLANTA – Today Governor Sonny Perdue and representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the U.S. Marshals Service, City of Atlanta, Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police and the Georgia Fraternal Order of Police presented Ashley Smith with rewards for assisting in the apprehension of Brian Nichols.

“We’re here today to recognize the heroism of a young woman who faced a dangerous situation with calmness, courage, decency and faith,” said Governor Sonny Perdue. “In doing so, Ashley Smith helped apprehend a dangerous felon and ended a tragic situation without further loss of life.”

Smith received a total of $70,000 in reward money during today’s event...

The press release goes on to break down which organization/association gave how much, and who was on hand as official representatives. Mrs. Smith received $2,500 previously from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police.