OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
CITY OF CHICAGO
RAHM EMANUEL
MAYOR
March 16,2016
TO THE HONORABLE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO
Ladies and Gentlemen:
I transmit herewith together with Aldermen Lopez, Cardenas and Thompson, a congratulatory resolution regarding the Chicago Police Department.
Your favorable consideration of this resolution will be appreciated.
Mayor
Very truly yours,
^opted by Tlie Gity Gouncil ofthe Gity of Gkicago, Illinois
ALDERMEN RAYMOND A. LOPEZ,
GEORGE A. CARDENAS AND PATRICK D. THOMPSON
presented by MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL Qn MARCH 16, 2016
^OhsTBClS • °n tne drizzly morning of February 2, 2016, 9th District
Commander Daniel J. Godsel (Star #470) and Sergeant Jon P. Hein (Star #2663) of the Chicago Police Department heard a radio call announcing a burglary in progress in the 1600 block of West 38th Place; and
WHEREAS, Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein realized that the address identified in the call was nearby; and
WHEREAS, Although responding to calls for service is not among their regular duties, Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein are wholeheartedly committed to serving and protecting the people of the City of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Choosing to lead by example. Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein lost no time in proceeding to the scene of the crime; and
WHEREAS, When they arrived. Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein recognized pry marks on the open front door of the second floor apartment, and quickly but carefully entered the residence; and
WHEREAS, Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein found two men ransacking the living room and immediately detained them without incident; and
WHEREAS, The Cook County State's Attorney's Office ultimately charged the offenders with felony burglary and felony possession of burglary tools; and
WHEREAS, The vigilance, resolve, and dedication of Commander Godsel and Sergeant Hein resulted in two criminals being apprehended and taken off the street; and
WHEREAS, Commander Godsel and Sergea...
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