Redondo firefighters, police honored at South Bay Medal of Valor presentation

by Garth MeyerRedondo Beach firefighters and police officers were presented Medal of Valor and Distinguished Service honors at the 49th Annual South Bay Medal of Valor Awards May 22 in Torrance.Redondo Beach Fire Captain Chad M. Smith and Fire Rescue Boat Specialist Bradley Godinez received  Medals of Valor for an ocean rescue at an overturned sailboat. Redondo Beach Police officers Mario Gonzalez, Tyler Litchman and Chintan Patel received Distinguished Service Awards for r