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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes July 23, 2024 Page 2 1 Sergeant Hess and Officer Milbrandt gave chase, while relaying information to other officers and 2 giving clear verbal commands for the suspect to stop. Officer Sam Shafer arrived within 3 moments and quickly located the suspect outside of the assisted living facility, taking him into 4 custody without incident. Adding to the difficulty of this call, the suspect's brother gave chase 5 after the officers, and following the apprehension, began to accost the officers. 7 Detective Jonathan Schlingman and Captain Huddle collected evidence, interviewed the victim, 8 witnesses, and the suspect. The victim told them that the suspect was an ex -boyfriend, who 9 waited in her underground garage overnight, then kidnapped her at gunpoint and told her he 10 planned to kill her and then himself. Detective Schlingman not only connected the victim with 11 services, but also conducted follow-up with the family of the suspect, who relayed their sincere 12 gratitude to the officers who they believed saved the lives of the female and the male suspect, 13 their son. 14 15 A very thorough and professional investigation that was conducted resulted in the suspect being 16 charged with attempted murder, kidnapping, and V degree assault. 17 18 A letter was received nominating Sergeant Hess, Officer Milbrandt, and Officer Shafer for the 19 Department Commendation Award. This award may be granted to any member for an 20 outstanding act which involves performance above and beyond that required by the member's 21 basic assignment or exceptional professional skill and conduct during a coordinated unit action. 22 The Department's Award Committee voted unanimously in support of these three officers 23 receiving the award. 24 25 It is very likely that, if not for the exceptional professional skill and coordinated efforts of 26 Officer Milbrandt, Sergeant Hess and Officer Shafer, that the female victim would not have lived 27 through this day. It is due to these officers, that the best outcome happened: the suspect was 28 arrested and no one sustained any physical injury. 29 30 Police Chief Spiess presented Officer Milbrandt, Sergeant Hess and Officer Shafer with the 31 Department Commendation Award. 32 33 Congratulations came from the Councilmembers and a photograph was taken. 34 35 Sergeant Hess stated he is honored to receive this award with his partners, adding they are 36 fortunate there was a positive outcome. He recognized Captain Huddle and Detective 37 Schlingman for their support on this case and stated he is grateful to be surrounded by this team. 38 39 Councilmember Randle gave his congratulations and noted he was very thankful for the way 40 things worked out. 41 42 Councilmember Doolan thanked the recipients and stated she appreciates the department. 43 44 Councilmember Stephens thanked the department for all they do. 45