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.
Officer Schneider was transported to a local hospital 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 Deceased
Most Recent Reflection
View all 278 ReflectionsWas just thinking of you and your family tonight Shawn and wanted to drop a line.
Still wearing your pin (it's showing a little wear), still pushing a squad to where ever the danger is, still doing our best to make you proud and keeping the blue line strong.
Miss you brother
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