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Vanilla Ice Surprises Deputy at 30-Year Service Celebration
20 Jun
Summary
- Deputy honored for 30 years of service on the job.
- Deputy's act of kindness toward autistic youth led to surprise.
- Vanilla Ice made a special appearance at the deputy's award ceremony.

A Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office deputy marked 30 years of service with an extraordinary encounter. The veteran officer was recognized by Sheriff Ric Bradshaw during a special ceremony.
Her recognition was rooted in a compassionate act months prior, where she demonstrated patience and kindness during a traffic stop involving a young man with autism. This interaction profoundly impacted his family.
As the ceremony approached, the deputy's long-held wish to meet Vanilla Ice was revealed. Organizers secretly arranged for the famous rapper and TV personality to attend.
Van Winkle made a surprise appearance, personally congratulating the deputy and creating a milestone moment she will cherish.