District Attorney receives Attorney General’s Dogwood Award

KENANSVILLE — District Attorney Ernie Lee is among four distinguished individuals honored with the prestigious Attorney General’s Dogwood Award, the announcement was made on Dec. 27 by former attorney general, Governor Josh Stein.

“The fentanyl crisis in our state is devastating our communities,” said Stein. “District Attorney Lee has been a leader in the state’s efforts to combat fentanyl by shaping state policy and by holding those who peddle this poison accountable.”

The Dogwood Award celebrates individuals making significant strides toward improving the health, safety, and welfare of North Carolinians.

“I am very appreciative to receive the Dogwood Award from Governor-elect Josh Stein but I’m even more appreciative of his strong and unwavering stand as Attorney General in addressing the opioid epidemic facing our state,” said Lee. “Governor-elect Stein has always been a strong voice with prosecutors in dealing with opioid abuse and addiction. As a career prosecutor, I appreciate this award.”