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Public Safety Memorial for Lt. Shuhandler
Thursday, January 28, 2010 was a shattering moment for many in the Gilbert community. Lt. Shuhandler was killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop in the Fry’s parking lot at Val Vista and Baseline. We at ROCKET MEDIA feel even more close to the unfortunate events because of how close it happened to our office. On our way in to work, every day since Thursday, we have seen and given to the large memorial of flowers near our parking lot. Seeing this reminder each day has alerted us to the high level of love and respect our community has for each other, additionally the specific love and respect we all have for Lt. Shuhandler and his grieving family.
There will be a tribute motorcade down Val Vista Drive in honor of Lt. Shuhandler beginning at 5:15 pm, TODAY, Wednesday Feb 3rd, followed by a vigil at Public Safety Memorial at the Town Civic Center.
Residents are invited to line Val Vista Dr. and show their support for Lt. Shuhandler and all the men and women that serve our community. Please keep Lt. Shuhandler’s family and friends in your thoughts today as they publicly cope with their loss.
The Motorcade will proceed on the following route:
- Lindsay South to Baseline
- East on Baseline to Val Vista
- South on Val Vista
- Continue on Val Vista to Warner
- West on Warner to Civic Center
- South on Civic Center to main entrance to Public Safety Complex
- East in first driveway to the parking lot, ending in the employee lot
- Excess vehicle will park on Civic Center
Following the motorcade, the public is invited to a 6 p.m. closing ceremony at the Public Safety Memorial at 75 E. Civic Center Drive.
For more information visit the Gilbert Police Department’s website.
Fundraisers for the Lieutenant’s family.
