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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING POLICE OFFICER SHAWN CASEY OF THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY, DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, FOR HIS BRAVERY, LIFESAVING ACTIONS, AND DEVOTION TO THE CITIZENS OF COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, On August 10, 2026, Police Officer Shawn Casey of the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Department of Law Enforcement, was securing the Harms South Forest Preserve for the evening when he observed a woman who appeared to be unconscious and unresponsive in the driver’s seat of a U-Haul truck; and
WHEREAS, Officer Casey immediately recognized that the woman might be experiencing a serious medical emergency and attempted to check on her welfare and awaken her; and
WHEREAS, while approaching and attempting to gain access to the woman, Officer Casey encountered a large and aggressive dog inside the vehicle, creating an additional and significant safety concern; and
WHEREAS, despite the potential danger posed by the animal, Officer Casey stayed focused on the preservation of human life and continued his efforts to reach the woman after determining that she remained unresponsive; and
WHEREAS, recognizing the urgency of the situation, Officer Casey requested emergency medical assistance and, while protecting himself from the aggressive dog, successfully removed the unresponsive woman from the vehicle so that lifesaving treatment could be initiated; and
WHEREAS, after removing the woman from the vehicle, Officer Casey immediately administered Narcan, assessed her breathing and pulse, and upon detecting no signs of life, began cardiopulmonary resuscitation and continued until personnel from the Glenview Fire Department arrived and assumed emergency medical care; and
WHEREAS, the woman was subsequently transported to Lutheran General Hospital, where she regained consciousness and received additional medical care and mental health treatment; and
WHEREAS, Officer Casey’s quick thinking, decisive actions, courage, and commitment to preserving human life during a dangerous and rapidly evolving situation were instrumental in providing the woman with lifesaving care and exemplify the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and public service expected of the members of the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Department of Law Enforcement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby recognize and commend Police Officer Shawn Casey of the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Department of Law Enforcement, for his bravery, lifesaving actions, exceptional professionalism, and unwavering devotion to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Cook County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be presented to Police Officer Shawn Casey as an expression of the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners’ appreciation and recognition of his outstanding service to the residents of Cook County.
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