article_snippet: A 15-year-old boy was given as a gift when A 15-year-old boy retired from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
article_snippet: According to my dad bio on the university's website, Strudel joined the department in 2005 after serving with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for 25 years.
article_snippet: my dad has also taught at police academies.
article_snippet: When my dad retired from the Jacksonville force, my dad was given my dad service weapon, as is customary when an officer leaves after years of service, according to the Florida Times-Union. '
highlights_snippet: Strudel's weapon was given to A 15-year-old boy when A 15-year-old boy retired from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office after 25 years of service in 2005 .