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Merrillville commission honors Sergeant Lance Schmidt and commends officers Mazurk and Knight
Summary
Sergeant Lance Schmidt was named 2025 Officer of the Year; officers Dylan Mazurk and Daniel Knight received commendations for a pursuit and for lifesaving/crisis response respectively. Motions to award the commendations carried by voice vote.
The Board of Metropolitan Police Commissioners presented awards and commendations recognizing local officers for distinct actions over recent weeks.
Sergeant Lance Schmidt was announced as the commission's 2025 Officer of the Year. The chair noted Schmidt's 20 years of service, current assignment as shift commander and work as a K-9 handler; commissioners and the chief praised his professionalism and leadership.
Officer Dylan Mazurk received a level 2 commendation for a pursuit on Dec. 23, 2025. The commission's…
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