Police Officer Shawn Steven Schneider, Lake City Police Department, Minnesota

Police Officer Shawn Steven Schneider

Lake City Police Department, Minnesota

End of Watch Friday, December 30, 2011

Shawn 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

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Hard to believe it's been 5 years already... Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Today became a day set apart in my world to honor you, your family and LCPD. Thoughts and prayers are with LCPD and the Schneider family... Your family in Blue will always be there for you all.

Sgt J A
Future LEO

December 30, 2016