Minnesota Deputy Recognized for DWI Enforcement
Rock County Deputy Ahmed Kadhim was honored for his record of arresting impaired drivers across the state.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety recognized Rock County Deputy Ahmed Kadhim as a DWI Enforcer All-Star during a ceremony held on Aug. 31. He was among 57 officers honored for their significant contributions to impaired driving enforcement in 2025.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to reduce impaired driving incidents through targeted enforcement. These officers represent a critical portion of the state's total DWI arrests, helping to prioritize public safety on Minnesota roadways.
Deputy Ahmed Kadhim made 35 DWI arrests throughout 2025, contributing to the 4,415 total arrests made by the group of 57 recognized officers. These honorees were responsible for 16.5% of the 26,711 total DWI arrests recorded in Minnesota that year.
The players
Ahmed Kadhim
He is a Rock County deputy who was named a DWI Enforcer All-Star for his work in traffic safety.
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
This state agency oversees traffic safety initiatives and recognized the top-performing DWI enforcers.
Minnesota Twins
This professional baseball team hosted the state's law enforcement honorees during a game.
Bill Lemens
He participated in the recognition ceremony by throwing the first pitch at the Minnesota Twins game.
The details
The 57 law enforcement officers were celebrated during a Minnesota Twins baseball game, where they walked onto the field to be honored by the department. Bill Lemens threw the game's first pitch before the officers watched the remainder of the match from reserved seating.
Timeline
Deputy Ahmed Kadhim made 35 DWI arrests during 2025.
The recognition ceremony took place on Aug. 31.
Legal Context
The recognition of these officers follows the enforcement benchmarks set by Minnesota's DWI statutes. This ceremony marks the annual state-level recognition of officers who meet the high enforcement volume required by Minnesota's DWI statutes.
The targeted DWI enforcement efforts contribute to safer roads for all residents and visitors traveling within the state. These initiatives directly support public safety by reducing the prevalence of impaired driving in local communities.
The takeaway
Effective impaired driving enforcement relies heavily on consistent documentation and high-volume arrest activity by dedicated deputies. Motorists are reminded that state enforcement remains active year-round to deter impaired operation of vehicles.
Further reading
Learn more about the state's public safety initiatives by visiting Law Enforcement.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Worthington Globe.
