Laurel police officer, firefighter receive certificates of commendation Laurel police officer, firefighter receive certificates of commendation By Eddie Robertson | March 31, 2021 at 5:43 PM CDT - Updated March 31 at 6:22 PM LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Laurel Police Department issued two certificates of commendation on Wednesday during a brief ceremony at city hall. One of those went Laurel Fire Department Captain Robby McLaurin, who is a former LPD officer. He was recognized for his bravery in stopping an auto burglary by an armed suspect earlier in the year near the intersection of Adams Street and 12th Avenue. The second commendation went to patrol officer Raven Naylor for her achievements made during her first year on the job. Naylor also happens to be the first female member of LPD’s Special Response Team.