FBI Special Agent selected as WDNY 2026 Hometown Hero

BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that FBI Special Agent Randall Garver has been awarded the 2026 Hometown Hero award for the Western District of New York.

The Hometown Hero award commemorates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. It honors the enduring ideals of Liberty, Service, and Civic Responsibility. This award is dedicated in recognition of a steadfast commitment to these ideals and an embodiment of the spirit upon which our Nation was founded.

"Special Agent Garver is relentless and tireless in his work on behalf of the most vulnerable members of our community, our children," stated U.S. Attorney DiGiacomo. "He has been a trusted law enforcement partner to the WDNY for many years and has garnered the universal respect of every Assistant U.S. Attorney that he works with. Special Agent Garver is truly a 'Hometown Hero.'"

Special Agent Garver is head of the Violent Crimes Against Children (VCAC) Squad. From securing evidence and obtaining search warrants, to assisting prosecutors through litigation, he spends an enormous amount of time ensuring that justice is served. But, in addition to building a successful case, Special Agent Garver is unrelenting in his care for victims, staying in constant contact with victims and their families, earning their trust, and guiding them through a very difficult process. Special Agent Garver is a graduate of West Point and a combat veteran. He spends a great deal of his free time volunteering for veteran organizations and as a youth athletics coach.

The Hometown Hero Award is presented to individuals who have made significant and measurable contributions to preserve and/or improve their community.

For more information on Freedom 250 and the Hometown Hero award, go to https://freedom250.org/Links to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link..

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