On January 15, 2026, officers and dispatchers from the Bradenton Police Department were recognized for their rapid response to a deadly shooting inside a medical office. Lt. Shannon Seymour, Officer Jack Stapleton, and Officer Richard Coachman secured the scene and provided care that saved a victim’s life by applying three tourniquets and a chest seal. Public Safety Telecommunicators Christa Wengerd, Rosy Bernal, and Supervisor Michele Lana coordinated emergency calls that helped capture the suspect within 25 minutes. Their teamwork and quick actions prevented further loss of life.
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