Lake City Police Department, Minnesota
End of Watch Friday, December 30, 2011
Add to My HeroesShawn Steven Schneider
Police Officer Shawn Schneider succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained 11 days earlier after responding to a domestic disturbance call on West Lyon Avenue at approximately 8:30 am.
After Officer Schneider and his partner arrived at the scene, the male subject was spotted outside of the home by Officer Schneider's partner but then retreated back inside. He opened fire on Officer Schneider through a basement window, fatally wounding him.
After an 8-hour standoff, the subject was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Officer Schneider was transported to the St. Marys Hospital at Mayo Clinic, where he remained until succumbing to his wounds.
Officer Schneider had served with the 10-officer Lake City Police Department for eight years. He also served part-time with the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office and had previously served with the Plainview Police Department. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 208
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Monday, December 19, 2011
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 282 ReflectionsDear Shawn,
You continue to be in our hearts. As you recognize, Ryan puts the blue porch lights on every December 19 - today. As it is for many who knew you, December is heavy for him. I don't have to say much, just an acknowledgement of the days and we understand each other. Thank you, for watching over your partners and loved ones. Driving through LC today and looking out at the cemetery wishing your family well just doesn't seem like enough. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the sons of God.
Wife of 2402
December 30, 2024
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