Noteworthy: Anderson, who works as a line officer at Shuman Juvenile Detention Center, an Allegheny County-run facility in East Liberty for children accused of crimes, last month was named Line Officer of the Year by the Juvenile Detention Centers of Pennsylvania. The association represents 23 youth detention centers statewide. Anderson has worked for 24 years at the 130-bed center, which is for children ages 10-17 charged with serious crimes who are awaiting court action.
Family: Son, Damon Diggs; granddaughter, Tiaunta.
Background: Anderson is a graduate of Westinghouse High School and a member of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in East Liberty.
Quote: "My work is very challenging, and I enjoy it. If you can help just one kid, make an impression on them, try to turn them around. It's important to give them some hope. It's sad to see young people coming in here with no hope."
