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Heroes Who Serve: Sergeant 'Cares About His Community Deeply'

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local first responders who are making a positive impact in their communities. Meet Sgt. Dennis Leighton

"Sergeant Layton is always professional and courteous when dealing with even the most difficult situation."
"Sergeant Layton is always professional and courteous when dealing with even the most difficult situation." (Courtesy Darlene Leighton)

BENSALEM, PA — Pennsylvania’s first responders work tirelessly to protect and serve their communities. That’s why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight EMTs, firefighters and police officers who go the extra mile.

This submission comes from Darlene Leighton who nominated Dennis Leighton of Bensalem.

If you know a hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a first responder for a chance to be featured in our Heroes Who Serve series!

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What is the hero’s name?

Dennis Leighton

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How do you know the first responder?

Spouse

Tell us about the first responder and how they serve the community.

Sergeant Layton is always professional and courteous when dealing with even the most difficult situation. He's a very good teacher and he cares about his community deeply.

What three words best describe the first responder?

Professional, compassionate, hardworking

We’re fortunate in Pennsylvania to have first responders like Dennis Leighton working tirelessly to keep us safe. If you know a local hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a local hero to be featured on Patch.

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