COLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE Bate ee | engrerio: ‘Sworn Employee Performance Evaluation. Employee's Name and Badge/IBM Number: coy | Assignment: Length of Time Ofc. Ricky Anderson # 1144 K98 Supervised: ‘Supervisor's Name and IBM Number: mara 10 7:26 | Assignment: Sgt. Steve Redding #5254 a Kot 4 yr_9 months PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FORM Performance Categories Ratings 1. Written Communication Exceads | Meets Devel | Net Expressing oneself in written documents specific to assignment. Fr = reset apote_| ‘Comments:Ofc. Anderson includes all detailed relevant information in documents. 2. Oral Communication Exceeds | Meets | Devel. Net Expressing oneself orally in a concise, understandable manner. a = [Ea uO Oo Comments:Ofc. Anderson always provides explantions tactfully to citizens and other members of the Divison for actions taken. 3. Appearance SSS ee se ‘Conforming to Division Directives and policies on appearance. re o eet pete ‘Comments:Ofc. Anderson always maintains his uniform in an exceptionally orderly manner, projecting a professional police image. 4. Dependability ‘Completing duties, assignments accurately and in a timely manner. pleling ig ly ly fe er Exceeds | Meets Devel ended | appt Nes | ape. Comments:Ofc. Anderson always maintains the highest standards of honesty and integrity. 5, Job Knowledge Understanding duties, responsibilities. Knowing laws, rules, and directives. Exceeds | Meets Devel] Not Needed Applic. ba o oO Comment: (Ofc. Anderson seeks out new opportunities for training and self-improvement. 6. Problem Solving Recognizing problems, collecting relevant information, analyzing the Exceeds | Meets Devel. | Not information, developing solutions consistent with directives/policies. a ede apo Comments:Ofc. Anderson seeks input from other sources as possible solutions. Exceeds | Moets 7. Officer Safety ] Utilizing good judgment, consistent with directives and policies, in order to facilitate safe completion of duty-related activities. Ww o Devel | Not Needed fic. u Comments:Ofc. Anderson is constantly aware of the surroundings for his safety and the safety of others, even in confusing or stress-filled situations. 8. Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork Tae ree ne Effectively, positively and tactfully interacting with coworkers, Io a oe {subordinates}, superiors and the public. Working with others. ‘Comments:0fe, Anderson often volunteers for extra assignments with SWAT missions.COLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE Date:10-09-2019, Rating Period: 2019 ‘Sworn Employes Performance Evaluation a ‘Employee's Name and Badge/IBM Number: U | Assignment: Length of Time fe. Ricky Anderson # 1144 _ ties K9-8 ‘Supervised: Supervisor's Name and IBM Number: TROT EP Assignment Sgt. Steve Redding #5254 Kot 5 months PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FORM Performance Categories | Ratings 1, Written Communication Excoads | Meats] Devel] _ Not Expressing oneself in written documents specific to assignment. bx z | oy ested | Apole Comments:Ofe. Anderson Includes all detailed relevant information in documents. 2. Oral Communication Exceeds | Meets | Devel. | Not Expressing oneseff orally in a concise, understandable manner. oy to } i oe Comments:Ofe. Anderson always provides explantions tacifuly to citizens and other members of, the Divison for actions taken. 3. Appearance Tucneds | masala | Deve] Net Conforming to Division Directives and policies on appearance. He essen Comments:Ofc. Anderson always maintains his uniform in an exceptionally orderly manner, _| projecting a professional police image. 4. Dependability Tues | wonte) Dovel] Not Completing duties, assignments accurately and in a timely manner. Fey or eet aie Comments:Ofc. Anderson always maintains the highest standards of honesty and integrity. 5. Job Knowledge Understanding duties, responsibilities. Knowing laws, rules, and directives. Exceeds Meets Devel, = B Comments:Ofc. Anderson understands the duties and responsibility of the job. Recently, he received some corrective disciplinary action for Division Directive violation. TI issue has been resolved. ‘6. Problem Solving Exevecs | ects | Devel | Not Recognizing problems, collecting relevant information, analyzing the o f a information, developing solutions consistent with directivesipolicies. | P ‘Comments:Ofc. Anderson seeks input from other sources as possible solutions. 7. Officer Safety Txcoods | taocts | Devel] Not Utilizing good judgment, consistent with directives and policies, in ested 7 ens good rl P @ jo jo yo order to facilitate safe completion of duty-related activities, ‘Comments:0fc. Anderson is constantly aware of the surroundings for his safety and the safety of others, even in confusing or stress-filled situations. 8. Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork Effectively, positively and tactfully interacting with coworkers, {subordinates}, superiors and the public. Working with others. Exceeds Meets Devel | Not |e aaa ‘Comments:Ofc. Anderson often volunteers for extra assignments with SWAT missions.Columbus Di: in of Police aA CHANGE OF:PERSO! AL INFORMATION WV oh. - Date _ 09/13/2007 Complete and forward this form to the Personnel Unit (Room 733) within 48 hours of changing address, name, or telephone number. Employees are also advised to contact the Employee Benefits Unit (Room 324) as soon as practical, with any change of personal information to ensure continued insurance coverage and up-to-date beneficiary information. Name:_ANDERSON RICKY R 1144 Last First Badge/iBn MA el Number/Street cy, ~ = Prior name if changed 0 Check here if you have a Savings Bond deduction Address: See Page 2 of this form for School District Codes All forms must include School District Cod Emergency Contact #1 ee Emergency Contact #2 ] Firet Relationship Name: Tast Address: Sireet City Zip Code Home Phone: (__) Work Phone:_(__) Rar 120 z00)Remote-Parked/Take-Home Vehicle Assignment and Authorization s Columbus Division of Police CCheok all that apply: ‘ME Reniots:Perked Vehicle Authorization [] Take-Home Vehicle Authorization Cl New Vehicle Aetignment [J Vehicle or Work Assignment Change [_] Parking Location Change Ricky Andersott wee ‘#1144 __Ke8 Employes RankiNeme Badge e ~ ‘Assignment 22590 2016 Ford Explorer Ko-8 Tae Ta ETDS Tae Frcs RT Vani Yoo Wake SS WRT Tense RT "ED Tesk#orce Ones} ‘The above remote-parked vehicle shall be parked curing off-duly hours at the following government facity located within the City of Columbus or Franklin County or at @ personal residence (if applicable), Seat heaton ah Foal Name asi Ceriaat Parson and Fone Naber ve TakesHeme Veni (ome eas 0 le) Note: ace previde your emergency cor: nfemalcn othe lacy Initials understand and agree to the following requirements: ‘This euthorization may be rescinded when ordered by my commander or higher; a change in my work a. assignment occurs; on-site parking al my work location becomes available; or itis modified by collective bargaining agreement (CBA), ra | wil roturn the keys of @ remate-parked vehicle fo my immediate supervisor during any laave of £20 hours or more to allow other unit personnel to use the vehicle during my absence, ra ‘This authorization is valid untl May of the following yeer and must be renewed annually every Mia: tra 1am required to nally the Evidence, Facilties, and Fleet Section Lieutenant by emallif | change ‘essignments or separate from the Division and will no lnngar use the vehicle Permission will only be grented pursuant to authorization by the Director of the Deparimiont of Public Safety, to promote the Interest of the Division of Polioe and City of Columbus, and in accordance with the rules found in the Mayor's Executive Ordsé 2018-01 and Division Directives, ‘The following justificitias applies to this request (select only the most appropriate box): CJ Lam required oF requested to respond to work-related duties outsle my regular duty hours. 5 | tepor to werk joeation(s) other than my regular duty location, and the vehicle willbe used throughout the ‘workday to full essential services and responsibilities. IM [am assigned gtake-home vehicie In accordance with the appropriate CBA. of fe W #1444 5-42-20 ‘Slgrahs/ of Arsigrea Eriajee BaigetonT Date Chain of Command Recommendation and Approval Sergeant «ONT SRR 6264 512-20 Hi Rocanenene Approval i Recormend Cena Recommend Apne outenant ‘Reeormnend Doral Bl Approve ‘Commander Cibenes lpvolvad Personas Commander Forvara approve orga orm oe Suppot Operations Bureau Commander ‘Suppor Gpotaions Bureau Conmardar; DistrBule ele foe Personne Unt raved Employee, and FOP s10,444 (772018)fib Aon. Ricky UME \AISEN, PROFESSIONAL, ACIAGD aaah] Tre i = ae a aA i T ! Hy TREE UTR CRE SP Wh WETETEAATT = = e088 Te 7 - TENG OR TRA] [EXTENTION 2 i li oo on 5 7 ee "MMACT 90-08) a i > RCT a" aT a | er. Z 2 7 FAT War OR DONT eT Recula il TERRY £98 G0 AULES AND i, ETRY enattattoss [5 9 2/3] 2/3 ip ols pene | th pitas: REFER Ta. PoRm PF TOE. ht 2 TE oti ms ae I) Came [7] Laxetsertyo] [eteiertiog) (REE “ike srarus | [efegtt ecisiatciny) fn ¥ Ln 9, 4, 7 % 5 ; a eae TEER cor cam TLS] PSR SE) GS Least) ae an ames FAPREED) [eAre ] Bia 99 Le Nine mh Gt 7 5 3 WCPRIATE 20CUMENT TO ZIVISiON copy ¢ Tuy PERSOHAL OATA 30 TN — 5 SSE] Par] LA at a a ao wa 7 = oo ea = — cma ea = ft SaRaTLY AC ae OR aS, —— 7 [aw SRT TE ror ree TE ep sli a.ayt ile Tra) lerevzrg] bre pre: JOR STATUS pes2m (Yh ba — Pa 53] &) oor ete [3] aly Re aaa aes - omar] pamctat ie oer ass S| i EE ric A 5 ne I — [= =] parears a a F mF BbZ FOR CIVIL SzRVICE COMMISSION USE ONLY O wre Clatsirrmva~ pea cahog: 1? vevoos fer ceuoca¢ emer $0.00 wderocaas foayPaton $25.38 sence ose sous Dap OF Wi sain: Pay Location: permet ot Cscene Beso Week expe Type center sysen 2 efeve Date Paratha fetes Cate UTD Sued tas One csc Veit covesse Coremenis EMPLOYEE REINSTATED TO POSITION OF POLICE OFFICER AND IS DUE CONTRACTUAL ACROSS THE BOARD INCREASES. vSignatures| Entered Inereby certify that the facts stated above are correct. Ele Spare Hot oy age ble oat Dole, 22" Droop Division Head Signature: Appointing Authoty Signature: ee “ia TPs date:_/ZB/oce Gia Serica Commission CAsproved C1 Disapproved By Date :City of Columbus ANDERSON, RICKY /PP53 Termination/Layoft Saree ‘This transaction is a: [2] Termination [] Layoff Socal Securty Number: 's the action voluntary? Oves No Trensecton Type 3. Is the emgloyee in “Good Standing? Cl¥es BI No ‘clon Coe: DEL ame SC Mul you r-employ? Dyes Bn Division: 03 Postion Number: 00017 Stectve Dae: 5/5/2004 Pees Insrence cancelation efictive date: yoa/ Date astWoned 5/5/2004 DateLastPa: 5/5/2004 \onnentsDeleting termination as a result of Arbitration Award ‘vSgnatres tory cert hatte tc ated above ar caret coomsrae Wet auaWelal be Civson Head Signature: We cb vae_/7- 2 ¥-¢) Appin ht Sat: ial fcr iy __ com _t/28106, Farol. Whi Senice Commission Depproved D1 disapproved. By: Date: Z [ese vereaee sae or Ono Onto Peace OFFICER x ras AvTonunY GENERAL, TRAINING COMMESS! EO) "ATIORNEY GENERA TING COMMISSION Se NOTICE OF PEACE OFFICER APPOINT! ITITERMINATION {mark 2ppropriste box) Dnpponment Pl asosininn ss Change aga resetting) $e] Tomson] Coneclonts Recor: ight conc inom. Th 0 re Sateen - Pursue ote For Pi bre eet ps cary regres ema rane, #paeyacnc ater dig heaton to rae or agar ene On Pee Ofc Tang Cris an a Oo! One. Flurry ts rex tiner earl ining e2>dand tn ses ay De cee, Pree nermai Ofer Trlng Son te ktoney Gera INSTRUCTIONS ‘Coielen ols deinen ORC 10871 a erinators. ce omfarequeduin 10405 0 pene spinner, applamet sls ages, corto Bone mut Cand ages 2 and ceil Gn) Cate bdbwaatess wh yf sh ao, oq Fe : |B. AGENCY INFORMATION "AGENCY NAVE { | SEN STREETIINING ADORERS STRIP Bon cay a NEY PRONE ROMER Te) Taco C. APPOINTMENT INFORMATION [3 APPONTENT OATE Wry) | 1. CURRENT RAN STIG TE RESECTION TEETER STATIS at aon ae) E HEVNTEE SRST PEACE OPFOR PORTE Chratne Copartine Csi yer (corset tyne 2) JResenve_ [|Special Choo (canptee payes 2 and 3 enupiele svouclin wl sec) D. TERMINATION INFORMATION - _ 1. TERWATIN DATE gry} FERS PO EROTION fs wanda) S:S:04 Ceeinet ‘flseens Oe [losses Creo can E, ATTESTATION OF REPORTING OFFICIAL _ _ Teor rr nal oad on er see eel an based iy Toa awe ORG Ta pawn nes TO mere SATS Be TBST ti fom eop rae rope eae TE THLE OF REPORTING FFT pedo PTSTLRSETY { “ Sette Linda K. Guyton, Human Resources Manager oreaed P.O, Box 309/London, Ohio 43140 Saye omee Rov aaa: Phone: (740) 845-27001(800) 346-7622 FAX: (740) 845-2675 aE Bl slosCity of Columbus ANDERSON, RICKY 53 TerminationiLayoff Eyloyo Nae: Last is, Medi This transaction is a: [J Termination () Layoff CT soanicnsas —_ | bhescen von? Ove Bre Transaction Type 3 Is the employee in "Good Standing’? Oyes & No fionCoee TER Depsinent 30 Would you re-employ/ Dive Bro Division 93, Posten Neti 00027 EfieciveDale: 5/5/2004 eos Coe aed Insurance cancellaton effective date: (01/ Date Last Woes: §/5/2004 Dale LastPad 5/5/2004 e Director of Public Safety WonmenisEmployee terminated for cause by Result of hearing sttached. Signatures Ihoreby certify that the facts stated above are correct. cwapsiam COC Aagicl ow Division Head Signature Wiz — + Dab “Ee ye AonoigAuoty Sraue Hom ce cae _Slolyy ‘Gn Sanice Conmisson DDAperoved disapproved A Date ese veriesColumbus Ohio Division of Police Aledal of Merit preseuted to Officer Ricky Anderson Officer Ricky Anderson has received a combination of five Special Commendations and First Aid/Lifesaving awards during his career with the Columbus Division of P In 1983, Officer Anderson performed CPRon an accident victim. In 2012, helocated a 78 year old missing woman who had Alzheimer’s disease. In 2016, he received a Special Commendation for his role in the SWAT standoff with an armed and unstable individual who claimed the life of Officer Steve Smith. In 2017 he received two First AidiLfesaving awards, the first for deploying Naloxone on a female experiencing a heroin overdose, and the second for de-escalating a situation involving a suicidal male contemplating jumping from a bridge. Officer Ricky Andersonis awarded the Medal of Merit forhis high degree of personal nitiative and contributing significantly to the achievement of law enforcement goals. His actions reflect positively on him and the Columbus Division of Police, Riveteaden i poet f Kimberley K. Jacobs Chief PoliceCOLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE....ROUTING SHEET FOR CORRESPONDENCE SUBJECT: Award Recommendation Medal of Merit ecg Reo: Offcors W. Scott #2448, J. Woolley #2416, B. Feldnaus #2657, R. Andersor ORIGINATOR: _Sorgeant James McFadden #5265 ASSIGNMENT _S-16C. DATE: _10/91/2017 FORWARD TO: Lieutenant Elco Ali #5004 _ ASSIGNMENT _L-S¢ REMARKS: PER DD Pos Tis RECGMMENDATION MEETS THE REWREMENTS of THE MEDAL OF MERIT. i RECOMMEND APPROVAL. cont'd en back SIGNATURE: LT. & Aeoay DATERECD rf/ox/r017_ FORWARDED i/oz /2017 FORWARD TO: _ Commander Robert Strusbaugh #5022 ASSIGNMENT _CMORS: remaris: Ledger Mcoel pf Meter foc tel bf fects» Ci Cont'é on back SIGNATURE: 202-4 —eoe patereco //P=/) FORWARDED //-7. FORWARD TO: AwAbs /BLO + ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: Ce a icone op back D, AD. ] L) SIGNATURE = A AL thew FORWARCED /) FORWARD TO: : pssionnent £47) REMARKS: Bicontal on back ‘SIGNATURE: DATE REC'D FORWARDED FORWARD TO: ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: 1 cont on back ‘SIGNATURE: DATE RECD. FORWARDED _ FORWARD TO: ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: _ Cl con'don back ‘SIGNATURE: DATE REGD FORWARDED FINALDISPOSTTION: CN abali@ “WE AWREDS comMITEE VOED fee THE Fist Aip| LIGESRVING AWRCD Foe vFFLERS ScoTT, weoley, Fecotiauc 4 ANOERCON | ADVISED BY. 1 vlalie | TS PERSONNEL For MASTER FA Less Dcoipvo (# ) ATTACHMENTS: ‘A-10 (02/09)Award Recommendation City of Columbus °* Division of Police. (NAME OF NOMINEE(S) RECOMMENDED FOR AWARD | BADGE. RANK "ASSIGNMENT William Scott #2446 | Police Officer 16C4 {Jill Woolley #2416 | Police Officer 16C10 Brian Feldhaus #2557 | Police Officer 16C2 Ricky Anderson: #1144 Police Of Canine INGIDENT TIME, INGIDENT LOCATION, 02:05 am| Broad Street Bridge NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF WITNESSES wn #2 #8 “TYPE OF AWARD REGUESTED TJ Medal of Valor Medal of Merit Ti Latent Evidence D Silver Cross 1 Bue Siar CF Citizen Commendation (3 Purple Heart 1 Special Commendation (1 Meritorious Public Service C7 Distinguished Service 1 First AidLifesavin NARRATIVE, Please give a detailed description of the incident for which you are nominating the individual(s) include suspectWvictim information, court case numbers, any injuries, and/or fire report essociated with the incident, DO NOT altach copies of the electronic incident repor((s), Arrest Information form(s), eriminal complaints, CAD printouts, or medical documentation. The pertinent information from these documents should be contained within the narrative (cut and paste, if necessary) On 9-3-2017 at 02:05 am officers from Zone 5 (16 pct., 7 pet., K-8-8, COTA Spel.) were dispatched to the Broad Street bridge on a report of a man attempting suicide by jumping from the bridge. Per radio dispatch a male caller stated he was at the bridge, about to jump and to “not try to stop me" (him). A ping of the callers phone number came back to the bridge. Officers responded initially with lights and siren but were cautious when close to the scene to mute the lights and siren in order to not further agitate the male, Upon arrival the officers found a male in his late 60's in distress. The male had climbed over the rail on the south side of the Broad Street bridge and was threatening to jump into the Scioto River. 1H] CONTINUED ON OTHER SIDE [D314Columbus Division of Police —— First Aid - Lite Saving —— presented fo Officer Ricky Anderson On September 3, 2017, officers on Zone 5 were dispatched to the Broad Street Bridge on a report of a male preparing to attempt suicide by jumping. Per Radio, a male told the call taker that he was at the bridge ready to jump and not to try and stop him. K9 Officer Ricky ‘Anderson responded to assist. A ping of his cell phone came back to the bridge. Officers located the male and as they saw that he had climbed over the railing and was threatening to jump. The ited conversation with the male and found he was distressed at the loss of his mother and depressed due to being homeless. By offering suggestions to the male to help him, the officers gained the male's confidence and convinced him to climb back over the railing to safety. He was transported by EMS personnel to the hospital for mental health treatment. Officer Ricky Anderson is awarded a First AidILifesaving Award for taking action to save cor attempt to save the life of another. His actions reflect positively on himand the Columbus Division of Police. Thursday, December 29, 2016 11:23 AM To: 2 “Penk You Se Mach for You Help on Ovistmas Night! Dear Officer Anderson, Your courteous and energetic assistance in changing our flat tire on Christmas Night was an unexpected additional and much-appreciated holiday gift to us. You told us exactly what to do and gave expert assistance to Galen to get us speedily on our way! ‘As we travel the Columbus highways in the future, we will always be grateful that there are people like you to watch out for us and keep us safe. Thank you for giving up your holiday to serve others. Best wishes to you and your loved ones in the New Year. Sincerely, Galen and Ruth Gonser 983 391104 Ag a3AraoayRECEIVED BY POLICE EBU 1822 Maxfield Drive os MIFERZ3 WASNT Columbus OH 43212 K-9 Cyrus - /Canine Unit 120 Marconi Blvd. Columbus OH 43215 December 26, 2016 Dear Sirs: Upon returning home to Upper Arlington after a Christmas dinner in Licking County last night at about 9:30 p.m., our car had a flat tire just as we were heading west onto 270S. Almost immediately, a police car pulled up to protect and help us, and a wonderful officer) Ricky Anderson, helped my brother change the tire so that we could get home safely. Officer Anderson was genial and capable and soothed our fears about this situation on the freeway. We just wanted you to know how grateful we are for the Columbus police and this officer specifically. He was skilled and helpful. Sincerely yours, Palle ¢ Mana Cbetihere Bill and Diana ArthurGmail - Thank You So Much for Your Help on Christmas Night! M1 Gmail Thank You So Much for Your Help on Christmas Night! 1 message Ruth Gonser Thu, Dec 29, 2016 at 11:23 AM To: [email protected] Bee: "Arthur, Diana” , "Gonser, Galen and Ruth" Dear Officer Anderson, Your courteous and energetic assistance in changing our fiat tire on Christmas Night was an unexpected additional and much-appreciated holiday git to us. ‘You told us exactly what to do and gave expert assistance to Galen to get us speedily on our way! ‘As we travel the Columbus highways in the future, we will always be grateful that there are people like you to watch out for us and keep us safe. ‘Thank you for giving up your holiday to serve others. Best wishes to you and your loved ones in the New Year. Sincerely, Galen and Ruth Gonser Dae Chaed Tasks, SE wanted te pend a a Copy a thowh-myore Lael TL pet te one Aker Uo of fees whe Kelaed wo Ad ~mrwedk | Ho No peahe & rye aud pyoulo & , necro y = as RR uth Aone aig ze aR as ve Nof] 12/29/2016 11:37 AMColumbus Division of Police presented tr Officer Ricky Anderson On April 9, 2016, SWAT officers responded to a West California Avenue residence to serve an agqravated arson warant onan emotionally unstable male who was believed to be armed, ‘and who had barricaded himself in his apartment. SWAT personnel set up a perimeter around the building to Keep the male contained, Officers made contact with the male and broached the door to deploy a robot, which the male shot and disabled. Officers Dennis Prestel, Troy Palmer, and David Thivener entered the basement of th build. ing to tum of the power fo he males ‘apartment. The male fired at the officors, striking Officer Palmer's gas mask pouch which was strapped to his leg, Officors Prestel and Palmer remained inthe basement throughout the incident and provided intelligence to the officers outside of the suspect's position. ivener and Sergeant Scot Bray approached = bedroom window to determine the While Officer Steve Smith provided cover from the turret of the unit's Bearcat ed fire from the window and Officer Smith was struck by abullet jury The amore vehicle could no bbe extracted from the scene, $0 Officer Thivener removed Officer Smith from the vehicle. Officer Thivener and K-9 Officer Brian Carter exposed themselves to the line of fire to carry Officer Smith to safety. K-9 Officer John Jones ran forward with arifle-rated bunker to shield them, and SWAT Sergeant Brian Bruce d cover as they moved Officer Smith out of the way of further harm. Lieutonant Paul Oh! located the Tactical Emergency Medics, Firefighters Phil Harrow and Josh Brehm, an¢ led them to where Officer Smith had been evacuated, crossing areas in the iine of fire in order to reach and render aid to the gravely wounded Officer Smith. Lieutenant ‘Ohi directed a transport medic to move as close as possible and Officer Smith was carried to the medic by Officers Carter, Thivener, and Jones and Firefighters Harrow and Brehm. " After placing Officer Smith in the medic, allof the officers returned to their posts, Oficer ‘Thivener positioned himself in the turret where Officer Smith had just been shot and exchanged additional gunfire wit the male. Lt, Ohl went to each post occupied by 2 SWAT officer, Canine officer, or hostage negotiator and informed them of the events taking place and thatthe mission fad tobe completed. The male continued his standoff with SWAT and seta firethat consumed a large part of the apartment oullding. The male was eventually taken into custody. Officer Smith Was transported to the hospital by the modics and underwent surgery, but succumbed to his injuries on April 125. Officer Ricky Anderson is awarded the Special Commendation for his actions during this life-threatening situation. He performed a valuable police service that demonstrated special fatfulness and prseverance, His ‘actions reflect positively on him and the Columbus Division lice. bed fy K Jacobs i neg eo e— Special Commendations ifDIVISION OF POLICE Intra-Divisional September 15, 2016 To: Officer Risky Anderson #1144 SSB, Canine Unit FROM: Deputy Chief Gary Dunlap #5004 yi" Awards Committee Chairperson SUBJECT: November 2016 Awards Ceremony On September 7, 2016, Commander Schradar’s letter nominating you for a Division award was presented to the Awards Committee. Upon review, the committee voted to award you a Special Commendation. The Committee wishes to congratulate you on your achievement. ‘The formal ceremony will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2016, at the James G. Jackson Columbus Police Academy auditorium at 1000 N. Hague Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204. Plan to arrive by 6:30 p.m. in Room 104 for instructions. Dress will be the long-sleeved uniform shirt and tie. Your family arid friends are welcome to attend, You must contact either Officer Teresa Bowling ([email protected], x-4932) or Officer Megan Howe ([email protected], x-3929) in the Research & Development Unit by Monday, Ostober 31, 2016, to confirm attendance. GADItb xe: Personnel File eof serving the public from 1816 t0 2016. ‘The Calumbas Pisision of Police celebrates 200 yCOLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE....ROUTING SHEET FOR CORRESPONDENCE SUBJECT: _Award Recommendation ORIGINATOR: _Cmdr, Joseph A. Schrader #5011 ASSIGNMENT _ Special Services DATE: 7/28/2016 FORWARD TO: _Depuly Chat Wichasl Woods ASSIGNMENT Homeland REMARKS: Ete ton, era Tite Annes 'R: SIGNATURE: 7 Wud. D, box DATERECD _& Tee FORWARDED lyme re ASSIGNMENT Cones nich Tion Ci copte on back FORWARD TO: REMARKS: (Dest ‘SIGNATURE: DaFERECD FORWARDED J FORWARD TO: "Pd Bowie pssamuent __ KED REMARKS: “T2 past 5 IS Ll Pe ai 2 i conga onpack signature: [)C_/Wargdh ( 4 Daye RECO FORWARDED P/E zorwaroto; CV RE Teh assionvent CO Z4/8/° gf fa a REMARKS: Medel of Valor fer OR Triventr cond A Cantery Silver Cross @ Le Obl Reber ad 0B Prsehes DS and othyer af cessnvrente Ti conts on back SIGNATURE: DATE REC) ~_ FORWARDED J-/ S716 FORWARD TO: ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: 7 contd on back ‘SIGHATURE: DATE REC'D FORWARDED EGEHaRD To: ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: [i conte on bck | SIGNATURE: DATE RECD| FORWARDED TE bagi FINAL DISPOSITION: 9 /) b= Aun onion. DSi br LO dues Mert for Gp Bree and Speck butvruertotns (0 al! pMey Supt [SB porvrnned of fh cn’, ORIGINATING PERSON ADVISED BY: "7. fvldne @7i/) thy? PLifie Dloviovog =) ATTACHMENTS ‘10 (02000)Award Recommendaticn A City of Columbus * Division of Police TWANE OF NOMINEES) RECOMMENDED FOR AWARD A_|Paul Onl SWAT. B_| David Thevener SWAT [Brian Carter Canine 1D | John Jones wires | PO Canine = E_| Troy Palmer #1886 PO SWAT INCIDENT DATE TRIDENT TIME WCIDENT LOCATION. 11:00 p.m. 14 West California Avenue, Columbus, Ohio (04/09/2016 TWANES AND ADDRESSES OF WITNESSES # 2 | #3 | "TYRE OF AWARD REQUESTED Medal of Valor ‘Medal of Merit Citizen Commendation {Bl Silver Cross Blue Star CU Meritorious Public Service Purple Heart ‘Special Commendation IB Distinguished Service [1 Latent Evidence NARRATIVE Please give a detailed description of the incident for which you are nominating the individual(s). Include suspect/victim information, court case numbers, ary injuries, andior fre report associated withthe incident. DO NOT attach copies of the electronic incident report), Arrest information form(s), eriminal complaints, CAD printouts, or medical documentation. The pertinent inioction from these documents should be contained within the narrative (cut and paste, if necessary). nit On April 8, 2016, at approximately 11:00 PM Officers of the Columbus Division of Police SWAT Section were attempting to locate and arrest Lincoln Rutledge for Aggravated Arson and secure his residence, located at 14 W. California Av. for Columbus Division of Fire Arson Squad Investigators who had a search warrant for his residence. Rutledge had seta fre earlar in the day at 836 Fairlawn St, the residence of his estranged wife Officers observed that someone was inside of 14 W. California Av. but no one would answer the door. Additionally officers observed what appeared to be an open flame in the room at the rear of 14 W. California Av, on muttiple ‘occasions, Fearing that Rutledge may be attempting to ignite the building, additional SWAT Officers responded and the Division of Fire deployed fire-fighting equipment, Gas to the building was shut off and the building was evacuated, Officers first made contact with Rutledge at 12:38 AM on April 10. A shot was heard from inside the residence and Lt. Paul Oh! #5064 ordored the front door broachad in order to deploy a robot to determine if Rutledge had shot himsel. Rutledge had not shot himself and directed five from a pistol at the robot disabling it NARRATION CONTINUED ON O° IDE. ‘SIGNATURE OF PERSON MAKING RECOMMENDATION BADGEIEM Commander Joseph A. Schrader 5014 As Aart Reermeon Fs 0) ‘ASSIGNMENT. Special Basins 7728/2016Continued Narration: ‘At approximately 12:33 AM, Officers Dennis Prestel #478, Troy Palmer #1586 and David Thivener #1357 went into the basement and occupied it, as a common hallway led to the basement and Rutledge had access to the hallway. While in the basement, Officers Prestel and Palmer took fire from Rutledge while turning off power to Rutledge’s apartment. Officer Palmer was struck in the drag handle and gas mask pouch of is tactical body atmor. Despite taking fir, Officers Prestel and Palmer remained in the basement for the remainder of the incident and maintained their position to provide valuable intelligence regarding the suspect's position and actions, Officers Prestel and Palmer were forced to evacuate after the building caught fire and was eventually totally destroyed by flames. ‘At approximately 1:30 AM a single gunshot, was heard from within the residence and believed to have come from the room in which the suspect was located. At 1:33 AM chemical munitions were deployed and no movement or coughing was heard from within the structure. Chemical munitions were again deployed at 1:44 AM, 1:54 AM, 2:02 AM, and 2:22 ‘AM with no response from the suspect. At approximately 2:25 AM Lt. Ohi ordered an approach plan forthe rear window in order to utlize a pole camera to determine ifthe suspect had shot himself or was incapacitated as he had not been heard from since the last gunshot at 1:30 AM. Officer Thivener and Sgt. Scott Bray #5237 would approach the window while Officer Steve Smith #1386 covered the window from the turet of the armored vehicle, At2:34 AM, while officers were attempting o probe the rear window with the pole camera, muitiple shots came from within the structure, through the rear window striking the armored vehic'e and Officer Smith, An Officer down call went out from multiple officers atthe rear of the residence. Lt. Ohl ordered that the armored vehicle with Offer Smith inside to be extracted, however the armored vehicle became stuck inthe soft earth in the backyard. Oficer Thivener removed Offcer Smith trom the rear ofthe armored vehicle end began to move him fo the alley to the west of the building, exposing himselt to the window from which the shots had been fired. Officer Brian Carter #1185, seeing that Officer Thivener needed assistance, exposed himself to the line offre and ran to assist O'ficer Thivener. Officer John D. Jones #1735 observed that Officer Thivener and Officer Carter were in the line offre and protected only by thelr body armor. Officer Jones ren forward with rifle rated bunker to shield them as they were raging Officer Smith west to the alley. Sgt. Brian Bruce #5303 had come from the front of the residence to the alley and provided cover as the officers extracted Officer Smith Lt Ohi, recognizing that the situation was severe and the downed officer needed immediate medical ettention, exited the Command Post and found the Tactical Emergency Medics, Fire Fighters Phil Harrow and Josh Brehm, who had moved from the armored vehicle located at the front of 14 W. California Av. fo the area of N. High St. and California Av. Lt. Oh! informed the medics to follow him, radioed to the officers that he was bringing medies to them and ran to the area where Officer Smith had been evacuated. Lt. Ohi, Fire Fighter Harrow and Firefighter Brehim crossed areas which were in the [ine of fire from the window at the rear of 14 W. California Av. in order to render aid to Officer Smith who was, gravely wounded. Lt. Oh! then directed a transport medic to move as close 2s possible to the downed Officer. Officer ‘Srrith was carried to the Medic by Officer Carter, Officer Thivener, Officer Jones, Fire Fighter Harrow, and Fire Fighter Brehm, Once secured in the Transport Medic, all officers retumed to thelr assignments. Officer Thivener positioned himself in the turret of the armored vehicle, from which Officer Smith had just been shot, and exchanged gunfire with the suspect on three separate occasions. Lt. Ohi circulated to each position occupied by a SWAT Officer, Canine Officer and Hostage Negotiator and informed ‘each officer what had taken place and that the mission must continue to be carried out professionally. Lt. Ohl focused the officers on rescuing Sgt. Bray who was pinned down at the northeast comer of the building and worked with Division of Fire, Assistant Chief David Whiting, to safely direct fire resources when the building caught fre, while directing the, Jaw enforcement response to the barricaded gunman. Mr. Rutledge was taken into custody at 7:18 AM following an ‘explosive breach of the glass block window of the apartment's bathroom located on the east side of the building ‘N15. Recent Rv 87%4)Employee Compliment Columbus Division of Police Personnel Involved (List additional involved personnel in narrative below) Neco 2-2 Gay Aaliowr 77 Boniiae Br Wobor Ania Name Bae TM Ware Tair Name = Bac TT Naar Tien Name Bade BUT Nae Tien Name. Baie MTT Haber Taga Name Tae FT Rar Talat Person Making Compliment Name Mey Zoee Sex 27 Age £8 _ EthnicGroup. Address Occurrence Location. Radio Incident Number Date 2-23-74 Time _3 2207 ‘Cruiser District Specific Details of Occurrence ten Set? ibd co chink the gfe for a be wed Loy, filter lous Saws i whe . Me state Ylae Aalerson Bree tito ro adee phat yf pe pie A titer ziti? the flere ht 2 06b, fl lym Baul ctoizeed weztle Ipin ainda tte =n Tt S2 Received by: Name and Badge/IBM# “@7égaha /PUS- Date/Time Received 2:23M F-15R How Received “Aor 9 fRev03-02)DIVISION OF POLICE Intra-Divisional April 1, 2013 Officer Ricky Anderson #1144 Special Services Bureau K-9 Unit on OY FROM: Deputy Chief Jeffrey Blackwell #5005 pe Award Committee Chairperson SUBJECT: 2013 Recognition Dinner On November 16, 2012, you were awarded the Silver Cross. As part of your recognition, you will be presented with a plaque at the annual Recognition Dinner held at the Villa Milano, 1630 Schrock Road on May 17, 2013. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m., with a social hour beginning at 6:00 p.m. Dress for the dinner will be business attire. Your family and friends are welcome to attend. As a recipient and a non- contributing member to the Recognition Fund, you will receive one (1) free ticket to the dinner, but additional meal tickets may be purchased at a reasonable cost. You must send in the attached form or R.S.V.P. before ‘Tuesday, May 14, 2013, to Officer Bowling in the Research & Development Unit at 645-4932 to confirm attendance, reserve your tickets, and purchase additional tickets for family and friends. 3938 JB/tib xe: Personnel File L2:€ Wd LE AWW EZ G3 39/104 AS 4:Employee Compliment Columbus Division of Police Personnel Involved (List additional involved personnel in narrative below) Name Sgt. Smith Weir 5168 S20 alee BMT Nob ieee Name Sat. Michael Smith _ 5280 Freeway Sat. a ak Raab Asieaae Name PO Jason Kulp 2660 7en Bade BT Ram I Name PO Matthew Resatar 2476 208 Bale MT Teok Ra fiom Name _PO Philip Stevens 2188 204 Dade Tck Naor faim Name _POURIGKY Anderson 1144 Canine -K98 "alee /BM Tok Rao ‘Algoma Person Making Compliment Name _Mark Steinert sx 48 Age M_ ainiccroup Write 8 ‘Address 1985 Oakland Park = lephome 338 Occurrence 3 Location _1985 Oakiand Park Radio Incident Number 130266888: 19:24 a u Date 4/6/13 ‘Time _ CruiserDistrit. 73 8 Specific Details of Occurrence Mz. Steinert called to compliment all ofthe officers involved in apprehending persons responsible for burglarizing his business. Mr. Steinert wanted to thank all of the officers for doing an excellent job. He was thankful the persons responsible for this crime was arrested. * Note: There were eleven {11} empioyees involved in this incident (Page 1 of 2) Received by: Name and Badge/TEM # Sergeant Donna M. Alexander, #5226 Date/Time Received 04/08/2013 How Receivea_Telephone ‘$9 fRer02-02}i We son responded to a mobile trailes advised that a female was insi a ting it on fire. Upon the office and the female was lying unc approached the burning struct ried her out of the trailer to’sa the scene by resp, ‘ Officer Ricky| entering a burnitg highest tradition f on him and the Columbus Di ce i€e. Columbus Ohio Division of Police =) Silver Grass Aart presented to Officer Ricky Anderson ‘On March 26, 2012, Officer Mark McMillen and Officer Ricky Ander- jon S, High Street. The dispatcher railer and her boyfriend was set- val, the trailer was fully engulfed ide the doorway. The officers bed hold of the female, and car- te end was apprehended at “ae rics his actions in resi are in the cH reflect positively ae : i 6 Tietn Kimbegify K. Jagsbs cnet ar PalceDIVISION OF POLICE Intra-Divisionai October 8, 2012 TO: Officer Ricky Anderson #1144 Special Services Bureau, Canine Us FROM: Deputy Chief Jeffrey Blackwell 1005 Awards Committee Chairperson SUBJECT: 2012 Awards Presentation Ceremony On October 4, 2012, Sergeant Smith's letter nominating you for a Division award was presented to the Awards Committee. Upon review by the committee, and a subsequent review by Chief Jacobs, you will be awarded the Silver Cross. On behalf of Chief Jacobs and the Awards Committee, I offer my congratulations. As part of your recognition, the Photo Lab will take a portrait of you in your long-sleeved uniform shirt and tie, wearing your medal. You must call the Photo Lab (5-4737) and make an appointment; the Photo Lab will have representative medals on hand to wear for your portrait. ‘The formal ceremony will be held on Friday, November 16, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the James G. Jackson Columbus Police Academy Auditorium, 1000 N. Hague Avenue. Plan to arrive by 1:30 p.m. and you will be directed to a classroom for instructions. Dress for the ceremony will consist of the long-sleeved uniform shirt and tie. The annual Recognition Dinner will be held in May of 2013, and you will receive an informational letter next spring with a reservation form. You must call (ext. 5-4932) or email Officer Teresa Bowling in the Research and Development Unit by November 13, 2012 to confirm your attendance at the awards ceremony. Your family and friends are cordially invited to attend the ceremony. JB/tjb : Personnel FileCOLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE....ROUTING SHEET FOR CORRESPONDENCE SUBJECT: _Award Recommendation-Silver Cross Re: Officer Mark MeMillan #2510, 19818 _Re: Officer Ricky Anderson #1144, K9B ORIGINATOR: _ Sorgeant Donald Smith #5143 ASSIGNMENT _$-13-8 DATE: 4/06/2012 FORWARD TO: _ Sergeant Chatles Cartwright #5102 ASSIGNMENT _Canine REMARKS: Contuk (srt Ae Re compre nasties oF Sei Sie Rar. FORWARD TO: _Lt. Paul Weiner #5001 ASSIGNVENT ' SWAT REMARKS: Zo Ailsa Covet Ad Meaompen Of. Begun) be Mewind The Sieve Cross 4 Shs nots meer The Cantus fog Ts few, Ostia bart by Goph chtens conta on back sionature: Zp. (dP CHE say pATERECD Y-/6-12 FORWARDED f-(6-/2. FORWARD TO: _Lt.Cifton Dean #5069 ASSIGNMENT _L2-B REMARKS: Costume foo fkadrntap opetvia Ne Pene S/heo fe peonnss 7h Seuden Geh dit | pccctterek Wark FOE chepiare purtcrp En Foe Mimo! Wiarertit 3.) fA p steven enue CConisonback signature: __ dr. (- 7Gee "Soup DATERECD 47 /9-7& FORWARDED _4-/9-/@ ZORWARDTO: _ Commander Michael Springer #5023 ASSIGNMENT _Zone 2 Commander remarks: _GWGR. Geer los By pote omeecs Mb! mlucn + hevedsal. | 700 RELMHBI two bE sedbune) THE sit LOSS fAwibe - i Gonté on back ‘SIGNATURE: bate >> sae DATERECD® —_Y.go.4 FORWARDED fed FORWARD TO: _ Commander Rhonda Grizzell #5014 ASSIGNMENT _ Special Services Commander REMARKS: | CONC THAT (PO ANpalsoN ctr icy CECEIWE py SILVEK— CLOSS contd on beck . , - SIGNATURE: Cyd: Ll deryD syd osre rec pale ais les FORWARD TO: bullets Comm TE — Wer be a5 SIGNATURE pare reco Af si! se ys ° a FINAL DISPOSMON = 7s Leamacl fy Murder Flu ORIGINATING PERSON ADVISED BY: TT BW Docpiovoi =) ATTACHMENTS: ‘Ato (02/09)Award Recommendation City of Columbus * Division of Police THANE OF NOMINEE(S) RECOMMENDED FOR AWARD, ASSIGHHENT Officer Mark McMillen 13818 Officer Ricky Anderson ko INCIDENT DATE. TNODENTLOCATION 03/26/2012 2281 S High St NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF WITNESSES Sergeant Donald Smith #5143, $-13B CFD Battalion Chief Mike Rude Crystal Spence_2281 $ High St Columbus, Ohio 43207 TYPE OF AWARD REQUESTED (J Medal of Valor Purple Heart Ly Special Commendation J Sliver Cross 1 Medal of Merit (1 Commendation (Citizen) 1 Distinguished Service 1 Blue Star 1 Meritorious Public Service 7 Safe Driving (This officer has no chargeable gosidents during tha listed datos and should be issued tho folowing award.) 1 Award (3 Eli 2 award (5 yeer) fo_| / (Two edditional, consecutive years of accident-free driving aftr receiving 1% award.) Lt 3% + Award (5 to NARRATIVE Please give a brief, but detailed, description of the incident for which you are nominating the individual(s). Include any injuries, suspect/victim information, court case numbers, and any fire or other reports associated with the incident. ‘Ma'am, on Monday, March 26, 2012, al approximately 9:42PM, officers responded to a residential fire at 2281 S High St (Incident number 120244518). The run stated that the female half was inside the trailer while her boyfriend was setting it on fire, Officers Mark McMillen #2510 13B18, and Rick Anderson #1144 K98, were in the immediate vicinity and were the first units to arrive on scene. Upon arrival the officers observed the trailer fully engulfed with the female passed out lying just inside the front door. Officers McMillen and Anderson knew they did not have adequate time to wait for fire personnel to arrive on scene so they subjected themselves to circumstances which placed them under substantial risk of personal harm. Officers McMillen and Anderson demonstrated extrodinary heroism by appcoaching the buming trailer and pulling the unconscious vietim out from inside the residence. Although the vietim (who was identified as Crystal Spence DOB 5/23/77) did suffer from smoke inhalation; she was transported to Grant Hospital in stable condition and is expected to make a full recovery. Ispoke with Batallion Chief Mike Ruddle at the scene who commended the actions of Officers McMillen and ‘Anderson stating had the officers not gotten to Ms. Spence when they did she would have no doubt sustained life threatening injuries ‘The boyfriend was apprehended at the scene by responding officers and was interviewed by Arson Investigators. ‘The boyftiend was not charged and the investigation is still on-going. NARRATION CONTINUED ON OTHER SIDE.Columbus Ohio Division of Police Moral of Valor Afmard presented to | Officer Anthony Sebastiano ‘On March 3, 2011, Officer Anthony Sebastiano was dispatched to the area of S. High Street and Dering Avenue on a report that three males were approaching vehicles and demanding money from the occupants at,ginpoint, As Officer Sebastiano approached the area he observed a male matching thie description of one of the suspects running between the houses. He exited his vehicle and-p\ ued the suspect on foot. ‘The pursuit lasted up to five minutes anid asttie officer paused and looked before run- nisig around blind corner, he lost sight of the suspect. Knowing that the suspect hadn't been that far ahead of him, the officer observed an open door on a nearby apartment. He carefully approached the apartment, and, hia looking inside, observed a couple seem- ingly frozen with fear. The officer yelled “Where's he at?” and the male pointed off to his left. Officer Sebastiano eft red the dogrwvayand obsérved the suspect standing less than 8 feet away with the gun down to his side Before'Ke could say a word, the suspect raised hisgun and fired at him. Officer 5 10 elt pressure and figured he had been shot, but he returned fire, striking the si then took up a position of cover until additional officers arrived and took the suspect into custody, It was discovered that the shot fired by the suspect had penetrated the officer's gunbelt and become lodged in the taser he was carrying. oe : Officer Anthony Sebastiano is awarded a Medal of Valor for his actions while con- fronting an armed felony suspect andafterbeing shot, demonstrating exemplary personal commitment and bravery. His actions are in the highest tradition of law enforcement excellence‘and reflect positively on him and the Columbus Division of Police. 7 K o Kimberly K. LE Chit of | PoliceColumbus Ohio Division of Police Purple ewe! Award presented ta Officer Authouy Sebastiann On March 3, 2011, Officer Anthony Sebastiano was dispatched to the area of S. High Street and Dering Avenue on a report that three males were approaching vehicles and demanding money from the oceapants at gunpoint. As Officer Sebastiano approached the area he observed.a male matching the description of one of the suspects running between the houses. He exited his vehicle and pursued the suspect on foot. ‘The pursuit lasted up tofive minutes, and as the officer paused and looked before run- ning around a blind corner, he lost sight of the suspect, Knowing that the suspect hadn’t been that far ahead of him, the officer observed an open door on a nearby apartment. He carefully approached the apartment, and upon looking inside, observed a couple seem- ingly frozen with fear. The officer yelled “Where’s he. at?” and the male pointed off to his left. Officer Sebastiano entered the doorway and observed the suspect standing less than 8 feet away with the gun down to his'side. Before he could say a word, the suspect raised his gun and fired at him. Officer Sebastiano felt pressuire and figured he had been shot, but he returned fire, striking the suspect, and then took up a position of cover until additional officers arrived and took the suspect into custody. It was discovered that the shot fired by the suspect had penetrated the officer’s gunbelt and become lodged in the taser he was carrying. Officer Anthony Sebastiano is awarded a’Purple Heart for being the victim of an intentional shooting, but due to the usé of Division-issued protective equipment, did not sustain serious physical harm. His actions after being shot at are in the highest tra- dition of law enforcement excellence and reflect positively on him and the Columbus Division of Police. wu K Beste Kimberfey K. J ‘Chief of PoliceDIVISION OF POLICE Intra-Divisional October 8, 2012 TO: Officer Anthony Sebastiano #2573 Patrol South Zone 2, 13B16 FROM: Deputy Chief Jeffrey Blackwell #5005 Awards Committee Chairperson. SUBJECT: 2012 Awards Presentation Ceremony On October 4, 2012, Sergeant Smith's letter nominating you for a Division award was presented to the Awards Committee. Upon review by the committee, and a subsequent review by Chief Jacobs, you will be awarded the Medal of Valor and Purple Heart. On behalf of Chief Jacobs and the Awards Committee, I offer my congratulations. As part of your recognition, the Photo Lab will take a portrait of you in your long-sleeved uniform shirt and tie, wearing your medal. You must calll the Photo Lab (5-4737) and make an appointment; the Photo Lab will have representative medals on hand to wear for your portrait. ‘The formal ceremony will be held on Friday, November 16, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the James G. Jackson Columbus Police Academy Auditorium, 1000 N. Hague Avenue. Plan to arrive by 1:30 p.m. and you will be directed to a classroom for instructions. Dress for the ceremony will consist of the long-sleeved uniform shirt and tie. The annual Recognition Dinner will be held in May of 2013, and you will receive an informational letter next spring with a reservation form. You must call (ext. 5-4932) or email Officer Teresa Bowling in the Research and Development Unit by November 13, 2012 to confirm your attendance at the awards ceremony. Your family and friends are cordially invited to attend the ceremony. JB/tjb xc: Personnel FileCOLUMBUS DIVISION OF POLICE....ROUTING SHEET FOR CORRESPONDENCE “SUBJECT: _Award Recommendation-Medal of Valor Re: Officer Anthony Sebastiano #2573, 13818 ORIGINATOR: _ Sergeant Donald Smith #5143 ASSIGNMENT _$-13-8 DATE: _o/19/2012 FORWARDTO: _Lt. Clon Dean #5069 ASSIGNMENT 1-2-8 REMARKS: SE Aee#t wart S07 Sant pd Tie bhtowmrOrel GU yfbbiin Shia SCbeN Sted Bh é = [mM gol Wf mtr fo meunnne ne Danton SJug_pmncd srmmas "“parraes pp zbontdon ack SIGNATURE: MY. f lr 74 DATERECD _G-P/-/2 _ FORWARDED 4-21-72 FORWARDTO: _Commander Michael Springer #5023 ASSIGNMENT _Zone 2 Commandor REMARKS ONWR NID THE 2.0.23 AANDMES tend SebAStnO 10 BC ANALOEO THE DWISIAIS "MEDAL of VALOL" FOL MS Efconrsonrec SIGNATURE: Cuph. Wir “40138 DATERECD _ B-bi-/2 FORWARDED __ 6-221 ForwarDTo: __ A Det CHIEE SIUMNNE Clh0)G * 521? assicnment PATIO” sod THE RENARKS: OF CEBASTIAWO soup Ge AwReaeD Te (Hema. OF oe HiE&_OUISTAMOWMG AMO SEES EWCE OURIMG A TEUSE SI font on back sicnature. 4702 SS Cecenroc SP? oxcreca Gao xe FORWARDED 6-A97e- FORWARD TO: REMARKS: contd on back ‘SIGNATURE: rorwanoto: _{20- TRACY BOWLING * [ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: cont on back SIGNATURE: DATE RECD FORWARDED FORWARD TO: (late b- ~\avobor ASSIGNMENT REMARKS: __Prpacs ved for Watal =f Valor aah Dregs Hemet [contd on back SIGNATURE J he Se DATE REC'D FORWARDED FINAL DISPOSITION: ORIGINATING PERSON ADVISED BY: Depot —) ATTACHMENTS ‘A-10 (02/09)Award Recommendation City of Columbus * Division of Police [BADGE Sr Officer Anthony Sebastiano 2573 Ag A eee 4 ion Bi Asst # FY fetter Fa [ ReDeNToare "Teron me —T fe a | hirnery 77 TANES AND ADDRESEES OF WITNESSES ash 63 Sergeant Donald Smith #5143, S-138 Ay ss G Dey Ot PEO ADRESSES a EI Medal of Valor TH Purple Heart fin 0 [J] Siver Cross Fite ite, Orin fae 11 Distinguished Service (Blue Star 2 Safe Driving (This officer has no chargeable accidents during the listed dates and should be issued tne were sxnfC) + pwars (year) Jf to _/_|_(Eigbity begins upon graduation from the Training Academy.) 2” Award (5 year) tot (Two additional, consecutive years of accident-free driving after receiving 1° award.) 3 + Award (5 year) TRARRATIVE Please give a brief, but detaled, description of the incident for which you are nominating the individuals). Include any injuries, suspecthicim information, court case numbers, and any fire or other reports associated with the incident. ‘Ma'am, due to the fact that this award recommendation stems from en Officer involved shooting I respectfully request that the 90 day nomination requirement be waived. 1 intentionally waited until Thad a chance to review the findings of the Firearms Review Boerd so that their assessment of Officer Sebastiano's actions would not conflict with my award recommendation, On June 14, 2012, | received the findings of the Firearms Review Board which indicated that Officer Sebastiano acted within policy as set forth in Division Directive 3.25, "Action Respose to Resistance/Aggression.” On Thursday, March 03, 2011, at approximately 10:25PM, Officer Anthony Sebastiano was dispatched to a gun run in the area of South High St. and Dering Ave. The run stated three suspects were approaching vehicles in the area of S High St. and Dering Rd. with a handgun demanding money. According to the remarks on the run one of the males had threatened the caller with a derringer. Radio provided the description of the suspects, and the chopper aired he had two individuals matching the description walking southbound on South Hight St. Officer Sebastiano stated as he approached the intersection of South High St. and Benfield Ave. he overheard the chopper provide additional information that two suspects had started running and were now hiding behind a van. Officer Sebastiano stated as he turned eastound onto Benfield Ave. he observed one of the suspects (who was later identified by his CPD mugshot as Dewayne Terrance Smith ) running eastbound through the houses, Officer Sebastiano stated as he exited his eruiser he immediately drew his service weapon and began chasing fter Mr. Smith on foot. Officer Sebastiano stated he pursued the suspect on foot for approximately 3 to 5 minutes between several houses and dark alleys. Officer Sebastiano stated the foot chase ended at the two story apartment building located at 53 Dering Ave. Officer Sebastiano stated when he first arrived at the apartments the suspect was approximately 20- 30 feet ahead of him. Officer Sebastiano stated as he reached the southeast comer of the building he paused for a second and peeked around the building to make sure Mr. Smith was not waiting to ambush him. [Bl_NARRATION CONTINUED ON OTHER SIDE.Continued Narration: ‘Officer Sebastiano stated as he looked around te comer of the building he could no longer see Mr. Smith running on foot. Officer Sebastiano stated he momentarily lost visual sight of Mr. Smith while he was tactically clearing the corner of the building, but he knew Mr. Smith had not run that far ahead of him. Officer Sebastiano stated he observed light coming from inside the open doorway to Apartment D; which ‘was about 10 feet from where he was standing. Officer Sebastiano stated as he approached the doorway he kept his body close to the east wall of the apartment for cover. Officer Sevastiano stated as he arrived at the front of the doorway he did a quick peek inside the residence and observed a mals waite and a female white standing inside the apartment. Officer Sebastiano stated the couple upou seeing him did not rove and appeared to be frozen with fear; so he yelled out to them "Where's he at!!" Officer Sebastiano siated neither one of them said a word: however, the male raised his arm and pointed to his lett. Cfficer Sebestiano stated as he entered the doorway lie observed Mr, Smith standing less than 5-8 fect eway from him hoiding a semi automatic pistol down by bis side, Officer Sebastiano stated as soon as ke tamed and pointed his firearm at Mr. Smith the shooting occurred, Officer Sebastiano stated he did not even have erough time to order Mr. Smith to drop his gun before Mr. Smith instinctively raised his gun and fired dixectiy at him. Officer Sebastiano stated as soon as Mr. Saith fired his weapon he felt an intense pressure on the left side of his, utility belt. Officer Sebastiane states although he believed he had been shot he returned fire (which struck Mr. Smith one time in his left side} and took un 2 position of cover at the northeast comer of the building. Officer Sebastiano stated he did not want to jv«' up his position of containment so he held his position until additional responding units were able to aris ¢ vn scene and take Mr. Smtih into custody. Upon further inspection of Officer Sebastiano's utility belt equipment it was discovered that the suspect's bullet had penetrated through the holster and had lodged into his Taser. ‘When the residents of the apartment were interviewed by detectives they stated Mr. Smith had attempted to rob them. The residents stated as soon as Mr. Smith entered the gpartment he pointed his gua at them and demanded their money. Mr. Dewayne Smith was subsequently charged with Aggravated Attempted Murder, Felonious Assault, RSP, and Ageravated Robbery (Case #2011-04). Mr. Smith was convicted of the charges and is now serving a 1S year sentence. Ibelieve the actions of Officer Sebastiano speak for themselves. Officer Sebastiano was engaged in a lethal ‘encounter with an armed suspect who was not only attempting to rob innocent civilians, but he was also willing to take the life of a Police Officer. Oficer Sebastiano’s extrodinary heroic actions and decision making during this incident reflects highly upon the Division of Police. When faced with a potential hostage and life or death situation, Officer Sebastiano rose to the occasion; and although we can contribute a portion of his success to the training he has received, the courage he demonstrated and the exemplary manner in ‘which he performed his duties before and after being shot is a direct reflection of Officer Sebastiano's personal commitment and bravery. It is for the reasons listed above that I nominate Officer Sebastiano to receive The Medal of Valor and Ribbon in accordance with Directive 3.16, 1,4, which states, "The commendation awarded to any active police officer or reserve officer for an act of personal bravery performed above and beyond the call of duty, which involved an incontestable risk of life, and which failure to perform the act would not reflect negatively on the officer. Respectfully Submitted, Sorc Sergeant Donald R. Smith #5143, $-13-B.“ASSIGNMENT SIGNATURE OF PERSON MAKING RECOMMENDATION ‘BADGETON 5143 SB ‘1A Recommendation (Ra 0508)Page 1 of 1 From: Grizzell, Rhonda Sent: Saturday, May 19, 2012 6:59 AM To: Smith, Donald Subject: Re: Dewayne Smith Awesome, thanks! Sent from my iPad ‘On May 18, 2012, at 10:27 PM, "Smith, Donald" wrote: ‘Commander, | just wanted to pass this information along since you were out here at the time the incident occurred. Sergeant Donald Smith #5143 Patrol South, S-13-B From: Smith, Donald Sent: Friday, May 18, 2012 10:26 PM To: Adrovet, Jaime; Baughman, Matthew R; Becht, Brian Wi; Booker, Lamar C; Coleman, Justin; Derdzinski, Piotr; Dupler, Danny; Dyer, Steve> R; Ego, Todd Godman, Craig; Johnson, Muezjunto; Jones, Justin M.; Kasza, Jetfrey; zu CM a J Bouglas Francis Chief of Police