Officers of the Month
"Third District Officer of the Month" for January 2026
PO Zachary Corder DSN 12335
On 1/1, PO Corder responded to 2747 Pestalozzi for an Assault in Progress. All parties remained on scene. The Offender was separated from the victim. Officer Corder took the offender into custody. The offender was booked for Domestic Assault 2nd. Later it was determined the offender was illegal under proceedings prior to the incident.
On 1/5, PO Corder responded to 2822 Lemp for an Assault Just Occurred. The Victim was waiting outside the residence. The offender struck the Victim in the face with a pistol. PO Corder spoke with the offender through her door and convinced her to allow entry to the residence. The Offender was taken into custody. A computer inquiry revealed the offender was wanted for DA1 out of the city. The offender was booked for DA4, Assault 4th, and a hold for the DA1. On 1/7, PO Corder responded to 2836 Ohio for a Domestic Disturbance. The victim met PO Corder outside and stated the offender struck her and dragged her across the floor. The victim advised she was unsure if the offender was in the house. PO Corder located the offender inside the master bedroom. The offender was arrested and booked for DA3. The offender was on probation for DA1, UUW, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and ACA. On 1/8, PO Corder responded to 3600 S. Jefferson for a Flourishing. The victim and witness stated the suspect flourished a knife at the victim. The suspect had fled the scene prior to PO Corder's arrival. The suspect was placed out wanted.
"Third District Officer of the Month" for February 2026
PO Kevin Dang DSN 11071
On 2/8 Police Officers responded to Walgreens located at 1530 Lafayette relative to a “Larceny” involving a repeated offender. Officer Dang followed the offender’s route towards the Peabody’s Housing Complex and located the offender walking northbound on ST. Ange. Officer Dang stopped the offender and detained him pending further investigation. The offender was conveyed back to the Central Patrol Division and booked accordingly. The Grand Jury indicted the offender on 15 cases of Burglary 1st Degree and Stealing 4th (F) for a total of 31 felony charges.
On 2/11 Police officer Dang responded to 3415 Nebraska relative to a “Shotting-Just Occurred.” Two victims were shot and a third was unharmed. A gun was located at the scene and seized. While investigating the incident, officers had a subject detained pending further investigation. After watching video surveillance, it appeared the detaining subject was the shooter. The offender was conveyed back to the Central Patrol Division and booked for “Assault 1st, UUW, and ACA.” Charges were presented to the CAO and were issued.
Officer Corder’s actions for the month of January, earned them special recognition as recipients of the 3rd District Officer of the Month Award.
"Third District Officer of the Month" for March 2026
PO Elizabeth Hemmingway DSN 12179 and PO Brian Le DSN12736
"Third District Officer of the Month" for March 2026
On 03/12/26, Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted an investigation which resulted in the arrest of a female offender. The Offender was arrested and charged with VMCSL x2 and possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On 03/17/26, Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted an investigation which resulted in the arrest of the offender. The offender was charged with Trespassing 1st Degree. Later that day, Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted an investigation which resulted in the arrest of an offender. The offender was charged with "Animal Abuse."
On 03/26/26, Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted an investigation which resulted in the arrest of a female offender. The offender was charged with VMCSL and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Later that day, Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted an investigation and arrested a male offender. The offender was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm- dangerous felon, trafficking 1st Degree\UUW Subsection 11 On 3/25/26 Officer’s Hemingway and Le were patrolling the Benton Park neighborhood and observed a known suspect wanted for Burglary 1st Degree from District 3. Officers ordered the offender to stop running, but he refused. The offender was located at the Furr Smoke Shop & Market and taken into custody.
On 03/27/26 Officer’s Hemingway and Le conducted a high-risk search warrant resulting in 4 arrests with weapons and narcotics all seized all being seized. One Offender was also wanted for "Endangering the Welfare of a Child."
Officer’s Hemingway and Le’s actions for the month of March, earned them special recognition as recipients of the 3rd District Officer of the Month Award.
"Third District Officer of the Month" for April 2026
PO Sean Miskovic DSN 11874 and PO Chase Guerrero DSN 12338
Throughout April 2026, these officers demonstrated outstanding proactive police work and dedication to public safety within District Three. Their efforts resulted in numerous arrests involving violent offenders, narcotics trafficking, weapons violations, stolen vehicles, and felony warrants.
Most notably, the officers conducted an extensive investigation in the 3600 block of Illinois that led to the largest residential search warrant in SLMPD history involving a 36-unit apartment complex. Assisted by SLMPD SWAT, FBI SWAT, U.S. Marshals, and DEI, the operation resulted in 13 arrests, 63 summonses, multiple firearms recovered, and large quantities of narcotics seized, significantly improving neighborhood safety.
Their continued proactive enforcement and dedication to removing violent offenders and narcotics from the community reflect exceptional work ethic and professionalism, making them highly deserving of the “Officer of the Month” award. Officer’s Miskovic and Officer Guerrero’s actions for the month of April, earned them special recognition as recipients of the 3rd District Officer of the Month Award.
"Third District Officer of the Month" for May 2026
PO Zachary Corder DSN 12335
Police Officer Zachary Corder, DSN 12335, launched an investigation relative to a dangerous
convicted felon involved in the sales of illegal firearms and narcotics distribution. A search
warrant was executed with the assistance of Police Officers from District 3, SWAT, Mobile
Reserve and an NGA Police Officer, along with his K9. The search warrant revealed one riflestyle firearm, two handgun-style firearms, and fentanyl was located. A computer inquiry of the
firearms revealed the rifle, and one of the two handguns were stolen. All contraband was seized
and the male suspect who was the target of the investigation was arrested. Information gained
contribution to an ongoing investigation following the search warrant on the suspects cellphone.
Officer Corder’s actions for the month of May, earned him special recognition as the recipient of
the 3rd District Officer of the Month Award
"Third District Officer of the Month" for June 2026
PO Ryan Kinder DSN 12341
On June 17th Officer Kinder demonstrated exceptional leadership and competence during an incident where the subject was threatening to harm himself. Officer Kinder was advised of the whereabouts of the subject and searched the area and located the subject with the muzzle of a pistol to his head. Officer Kinder quickly escorted the clinicians and other subjects from the area to safety, secured the scene and requested additional personnel. Officer Kinder displayed effective communication skills by delegating tasks to responding officers to ensure the safety of the clinicians and others. Officer Kinder’s actions during this critical incident helped the negotiators respond and successfully talk the subject into surrendering his weapon. The subject was transported to Mercy Hospital without incident. Officer Kinder’s professionalism and compassion during this critical incident is commendable and display’s qualities of an adaptable and capable officer. Officer Kinder’s actions for the month of June, earned him special recognition as the recipient of the 3rd District Officer of the Month Award.
"Third District Officers of the Month" for July 2026
PO Kyle Ramsey DSN 1185 and PO Kevin Bambrick DSN 8977
Officers Bambrick and Ramsey are nominated for Officer of the Month (July 2026) for executing 13 arrests and securing over 20 felony charges while maintaining full daily radio assignments in District 3. Below is a synopsis of the outstanding work both officers did in July:
•Violent Offender Apprehensions: Captured a suspect wanted for 1st-Degree Assault, Armed Criminal Action, and Child Endangering, recovering a firearm during the arrest.
• Weapon & Assault Response: Intervened in a "cutting" incident resulting in upgraded charges for three offenders and seized a stolen firearm during a "flourishing" call.
• Foot Pursuit: Apprehended a fleeing suspect wanted for Child Abuse, Burglary 2nd, and Violation of Missouri Controlled Substance Laws (VMCSL).
• Targeted Enforcement: Located wanted domestic abusers hiding in vacant properties and arrested a vandal targeting the Cherokee Shopping District.
• Proactive Interventions: Seized methamphetamine and narcotics during self-initiated pedestrian and building checks.
Officers Kyle Ramsey and Kevin Bambrick continued their hard work and dedication in the month of July as they were also nominated for the month of June 2026 for continued pro-active police work.
"Fourth District Officers of the Month" for January 2026
PO Molly Hanson DSN 11786 and PO Luke Sherrill DSN 12378
P.O. Molly Hanson, DSN 11786 & P.O. Luke Sherrill, DSN 12378, distinguished themselves in the month of January 2026
for the following:
On 1/13/26 Officers Hanson and Sherrill responded to 3427 Washington Ave., relative to an AID Call from EMS and Fire.
Both officers responded swiftly and observed the offender who was armed with a knife in the front lobby. Officer Hanson
and Sherrill utilized their tactics and deployed a taser on the armed suspect who was taken into custody without incident.
The charges of UUW-4, Resisting Arrest and Assault were issued.
On 1/21/26 Officers Hanson and Sherrill conducted a traffic stop in a high crime neighborhood relative to a narcotics
investigation. The officers observed the driver, who is a convicted felon and a violent offender with an extensive criminal
history, hide a firearm inside of the vehicle. The firearm was located, and the suspect additionally was in possession of
crack cocaine. The charges of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, UUW-11, and VMCSL were issued.
On 1/22/26 Officers Hanson and Sherrill responded to 11th/ Salisbury relative to a radio assignment for a suspect who fled
from Missouri Highway Patrol. The suspect crashed his vehicle into a marked patrol vehicle and fled on foot. Officer
Hanson and Sherrill conducted a rapid investigation where they were able to identify the suspect who fled and located him
in another vehicle attempting to escape. While apprehending the offender, who is also a convicted felon, the officers
located a handgun.
During the month of January, Officers Hanson and Sherrill made an impressive 22 arrests, resulting in a total of 107
charges.
Officer Hanson and Officer Sherrill’s exceptional performance in January 2026, earned them the distinction of being
honored with the “Fourth District Officer of the Month” award.
"Fourth District Officers of the Month" for February 2026
PO Ethan Novak DSN 12298 and PO Ethan Sharpe DSN 12793
During the month of February 2026, Officer Matthew Novack and Officer Ethan Sharpe distinguished himself in the
month of February for the following:
-On 2/5/26 officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with a stole license plate. Officers seized the plate, notified
the detective bureau and arrested the driver on felony warrants (VMCSL).
-On 2/6/26 officers conducted a traffic stop, resulting in the driver being arrested for an active misdemeanor warrant.
-On 2/7/26 officers contacted RTCC for any LPR hits. An area canvass revealed an Assault 1st vehicle. A pursuit
was initiated which resulted in the offender later abandoning the vehicle and being taken into custody after a foot
pursuit. A “Micro-Draco” was recovered from the suspect, with several felony related charges being issued.
- On 2/28/26, officers initiated a pedestrian check, relative to a subject who had an active warrant for “Assault 1st”,
that they previously were aware of. The subject was also found in possession of narcotics during his arrest.
The two officers made several self-initiated arrests, issued 43 uniform citations, seized one gun, recovered stolen
property and made drug seizures. Due to their hard work and dedication, dangerous criminals were removed from
the street.
PO Logan Priddy DSN 11703
"Fourth District Officer of the Month" for March 2026
During the month of March 2026, Officer Logan Priddy distinguished himself for the following:
- On 03/06/26 Officer Priddy observed a subject engaging in a hand-to-hand transaction. Upon detention, the subject was found to be in possession of a large quantity of suspected narcotics. A subsequent computer inquiry revealed the subject had an active warrant for Robbery 2nd through this department.
-On 03/08/26 while conducting a traffic stop in the downtown area, Officer Priddy’s investigation led to the recovery of a significant quantity of marijuana, a handgun, packaging materials, and a large amount of currency consistent with drug distribution. The suspect’s children were also present in the vehicle. The suspect was charged with Unlawful Use of a Weapon (UUW), Possession of a Controlled Substance, and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child 1st Degree.
-On 03/10/26 during a traffic stop for expired license plates, Officer Priddy discovered a large quantity of marijuana packaged for sale, along with two stolen firearms. Both firearms had been modified to function as fully automatic weapons.
-On 03/23/26 Officer Priddy conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation. A computer check revealed the driver was wanted out of St. Louis County for Rape 1st. The suspect was taken into custody without incident.
Throughout the month, Officer Priddy completed a total of 12 arrests resulting in 52 charges.
Through his diligence, proactive enforcement, and dedication to duty, Officer Priddy significantly contributed to thesafety of our community, earning him the well-deserved recognition as “Fourth District Officer of the Month.
PO Logan Priddy DSN 11703
"Fourth District Officer of the Month" for March 2026
PO Jacob Bias DSN 8838
"Fourth District Officer of the Month" for April 2026
During the month of April 2026, Police Officer Jacob Bias distinguished himself for the following:
On 04/21/2026 P.O. Bias observed a subject trespassing on the loading dock area of the Ludwig Lofts located at 1006
Olive. P.O. Bias made contact with the individual, who at first appeared cooperative but then fled. P.O. Bias gave
chase, and the suspect was ultimately apprehended in the 1100 block of Pine. P.O. Bias retraced the route of the foot
chase and located a security officer from a business the suspect passed while fleeing. Surveillance footage of the
suspect discarding a Glock 9mm handgun with an auto sear switch was located and seized as evidence. The suspect,
who was also wanted by DART for Domestic Assault 2nd, was additionally charged with "Possession of an Illegal
firearm" with warrants being issued.
On 04/23/2026 P.O. Bias observed two subjects in the 900 block of Pine, acting suspicious. A further investigation
resulted in both suspects being arrested after they were found in possession of suspected synthetic marijuana.
In the month of April P.O. Bias had a total of 11 arrest and wrote 4 summonses for various law violations.
Officer Bias displayed officer safety awareness and dedication to the citizens of St. Louis City, earning him the
well-deserved recognition as “Fourth District Officer of the Month.
Police Officer Delvon Anderson and Police Officer Joseph Schuessel distinguished themselves in the month of May for
the following:
On June 1, 2026, Officer Anderson and Officer Schuessel responded to a call involving an armed subject near the
intersection of North Broadway and Lucas Avenue. Upon arriving, officers located the suspect and gave multiple
commands for him to get on the ground. The suspect refused and attempted to flee. Officer Anderson deployed his
TASER, but it was ineffective.
As officers continued giving commands and attempted to take the suspect into custody, the suspect produced a knife and
began moving toward Officer Anderson while refusing repeated commands to drop the weapon. Officer Anderson
discharged his firearm in response to the immediate threat. Even after being struck, the suspect continued advancing
toward officers with the knife still in his hand. Officer Anderson fired additional rounds to stop the threat. The suspect
was taken into custody and transported for medical treatment, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Both officers remained calm and professional while facing a dangerous and rapidly evolving situation. Their actions
protected themselves, their fellow officers, and members of the public. The incident highlights the courage, training, and
sound judgment both officers displayed under extremely stressful circumstances.
In addition to their actions during this critical incident, Officer Anderson and Officer Schuessel continued to be
productive throughout the month of May. Despite being away from work for a period of time following the officer involved shooting, they still recorded a combined 18 arrests and 47 charges.
For their bravery, professionalism, and continued commitment to serving the City of St. Louis, Police Officer Delvon
Anderson and Police Officer Joseph Schuessel are deserving of recognition as the Fourth District Officers of the Month
for May 2026
PO Delvon Anderson DSN 11780 and PO Joseph Schuessel DSN 12599
"Fourth District Officer of the Month" for May 2026
"Fourth District Officers of the Month" for June 2026
PO Kyle Matlock DSN 14423 and PO Michael Moran DSN 12047
P.O. Kyle Matlock and P.O. Michael Moran have been selected as the June Officers of the Month for their outstanding proactive police work and dedication to the Fourth District. Throughout the month of June, they combined for 12 arrests and 88 charges, demonstrating their commitment to taking offenders off the streets and improving the safety of the community. On June 10, after learning a wanted suspect was at a location, they observed the suspect flee on foot, quickly established a perimeter, and safely took him into custody without incident. On June 11, while handling a separate trespassing incident, they discovered a suspect with numerous active felony warrants and safely took him into custody without incident. Matlock and Moran are dependable officers who can always be counted on to answer the call, back up fellow officers, and take initiative. They actively patrol, conduct self-initiated activity, and consistently work to remove drugs, wanted persons, and repeat offenders from the streets. Their strong work ethic, consistency, and proactive approach make them tremendous assets to the Fourth District. For their dedication to proactive policing and continued commitment to serving the City of St. Louis, Police Officer Kyle Matlock and Police Officer Michael Moran are deserving of recognition as the Fourth District Officers of the Month for June 2026.
"Fourth District Officers of the Month" for July 2026
PO Brian Tyus DSN 12248 and PO Matthew Novack DSN 12298
Officers Bryan Tyus and Matthew Novack are being recognized for their outstanding actions during the month of July 2026, as outlined below: On July 18, 2026, Officers Tyus and Novack responded to a call involving a suicidal subject armed with a firearm. With limited information available, the officers worked quickly to locate the subject inside his vehicle in a nearby garage. After locating him, Officers Tyus and Novack successfully convinced the subject to open the vehicle door. When they observed a firearm resting directly beside his hand, they acted quickly and worked together to safely remove him from the vehicle and secure the weapon without injury. The officers continued speaking with the subject and convinced him to accept EMS transport for treatment. They also assisted his girlfriend with securing his remaining firearms to help prevent further harm. Officers Tyus and Novack’s quick thinking, teamwork, and compassion resulted in the safe resolution of a dangerous situation and ensured the subject received the care he needed. Their actions reflect the dedication and professionalism expected of the Fourth District. In recognition of their outstanding performance, Officers Tyus and Novack have been selected as the “Fourth District Officers of the Month” for July 2026.
Third District Officer of the Year
In august, Officer Ramsey initiated several impressive self directed investigations while also responding to regular radio calls. He successfully identified a large-scale copper theft operation in the 900 block of Lami. His investigation resulted in multiple arrests and charges, including Stealing, Tempering 1st, VMCSL, and possession of burglary tools. The FBI subsequently took over the investigation, pursuing charges at the federal level officer Ramsey also looked into illegal activities in the 3700 block of Minnesota. leading to two arrests and multiple charges.
His federal involvement continued on August 21st. when Officer Ramsey arrested a suspect for trespassing at Saint Alexis Hospital, which led to a deportation detainer from Homeland Security.
It is crucial to note that Officer Ramsey was placed on limited duty to the necessity of back surgery after several incidents where suspects resisted arrest. Despite being off the streets for three months in 2025, Officer Ramsey responded to more than 1400 service calls, authored over 300 reports, and played a significant role in training several probationary officers. Officer Ramsey was involved in the arrest of over 70 individuals, totaling over 220 charges.
As you can see in the variety of incidents listed above, which are only a glimpse into his successes, Officer Ramsey is committed not only to enforcing the law and removing violent criminals from the street but is also dedicated to saving lives and assisting the most in need. Officer Ramsey consistently arrives at work with a positive attitude, responds to assist other officers and has been relied upon to train probationary Officers when needed. His willingness to tackle challenging tasks is unwavering and comes without complaints.
With the positive mindset and stellar work ethic, Officer Ramsey is respected and admired by his peers; Therefore, its no wonder that he was chosen by them as District Three's Officer of the Year for 2025
In 2025, Police Officer Kyle Ramsey set himself apart by being "Ofificer of the Month" in both May and August.
In May, Officer Ramsey and his partner responded to several calls related to firearms. In three separate cases, the officers were in close proximity and managed to swiftly apprehend the fleeing suspect. Further more, Officer Ramsey and his partner successfully recovered firearms in these three incidents, with warrants issues in two of them. Additionally Officer Ramsey provided medical assistance to one of the shooting victims and his prompt application of training, including the se of a 'chest seal', likely contributed to saving the victims life. Later that month, Officer Ramsey and his partner received a call for an 'Assist Motorist' on the highway. They found the driver inside the vehicle, unresponsive and not breathing. Suspecting a medical emergency, the officers administered life-saving measures, eventually restoring the driver's breathing and keeping her alert until EMS arrived. Thanks to their quick actions, the driver was transported to a local hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.
Detective of the Year for 2025
Peter Winkler
Fourth District Officer of the Year
In 2025, Police Officer Maumer Kermo distinguished himself by being named District Four's "Officer of the Month" in June, October, and December.
In June, Officer Kermo and his partner made 10 arrests, leading to 79 criminal charges. One notable arrest occurred on June 22nd. On this day, Officer Kermo and his partner were instrumental in a high-risk vehicle pursuit in- volving a suspect who posed a danger to numerous motorists and pedestrians while fleeing through St. Louis City. Despite the suspect's reckless driving, Officer Kermo and his partner maintained their composure and coordi- nated effectively with other units to ensure a safe and stra- tegic response. The pursuit concluded when the suspect's vehicle became inoperable, but he fled on foot, prompting the officers to initiate a foot chase. Displaying bravery and control, Officer Kermo issued several verbal commands and ultimately apprehended the suspect after a physical altercation. The suspect's fully loaded firearm was also recovered.
In October, Officer Kermo proactively followed up on a Domestic Assault report he had filed in September, after learning the suspect was a repeat offender. During his fol- low-up investigation, Officer Kermo discovered the sus- pect was wanted for Domestic Assault and had multiple felony warrants from St. Louis County and Camden County. Armed with this information, Officer Kermo took further action and successfully secured a search war- rant for the suspect's residence. On October 9, Officer Kermo, along with SWAT and other assisting officers and detectives, executed the warrant, leading to the recovery of four firearms, one of which was reported stolen.
As a convicted felon prohibited from possessing firearms, the suspect was arrested, and multiple felony charges were filed against him.
In December, Officer Kermo and his partner successfully secured another search warrant related to a domestic inci- dent where a female victim was held at gunpoint by a male suspect who had fled the scene. The execution of this search warrant led to the confiscation of multiple firearms and suspected narcotics. Arrest warrants were sought and issued for the suspect, who is currently a fugitive. Throughout December, Officer Kermo and his partner engaged in several self-initiated investigations, including one in the Soulard Neighborhood concerning complaints of package thefts and burglaries, and another in the Downtown Neighborhood regarding reports of drug sales and weapons offenses. Arrests were made in both instances, and a fully automatic handgun was recovered.
In 2025, Officer Kermo responded to more than 2500 calls for service and authored nearly 600 reports. He played a role in the arrest of over 150 individuals, resulting in more than 540 charges.Officer Kermo's proactive investigations and meticulous follow-ups have directly aided in the removal of violent and armed offenders from the community. His productivi- ty, keen attention to detail, and unwavering dedication have greatly enhanced the safety of our community. Of ficer Kermo's cheerful demeanor endears him to both his superiors and his colleagues..His achievements, both mentioned and unmentioned, have rightfully earned him the title of District Four's Of ficer of the Year for 2025.
Detective Peter Winkler, DSN 12204, is assigned to the Fourth District Burglary Squad. Detective Winkler's per- formance and professionalism embody the highest stand- ards of this department.
With over 100 primary arrests and his assistance in over 260 arrests, Detective Winkler has demonstrated excep- tional productivity and an unwavering commitment to the City of St. Louis.
His relentless follow-up, meticulous attention to detail, ad thorough investigative work has earned him the trust and respect of peers, supervisors, and the community alike.
Detective Winkler is consistently professional in every interaction and known for maintaining a positive, can-do attitude. He strengthens both morale and the capabilities of this department.
Detective Winkler's shown an unwavering commitment to furthering the safety and security of the citizens of St. Louis and is a valued member of this Department.
Detective Winkler's display of integrity, dedication, and accomplishments earns him the title of Central Patrol Detective of the Year.