04/29/2026
Please help us congratulate Ofc Shawn Lindamood for the 2026 Americam Legion Officer of the year!!!
Officer Lindamood consistently exhibits unparalleled dedication, skill, and initiative in his professional duties. He exceeds expectations and has been instrumental in the ex*****on of the Department’s Unmanned Aerial Surveillance Program, serving as the lead pilot for this initiative as well. Officer Lindamood has been deployed on numerous missions utilizing the UAS, including crime scene documentation, fatality collisions, locating missing persons, and tracking suspects. His commitment and support have led to the recovery of multiple pieces of evidence, resulting in charges being filed with the state and ensuring the safe location of individuals.
Off. Lindamood serves as a member of the regional SWAT team that operates across various jurisdictions in the area. During his time on the SWAT team, he has been acknowledged for his calm demeanor, effective strategies, and professional handling of high-pressure situations, including securing scenes and neutralizing threats. He has also undergone specialized training in tactical skills, life-saving techniques, team collaboration, and has shown a steadfast commitment to preserving lives during perilous missions. His participation in the SWAT team exemplifies his operational excellence, dedication to service, and a strong commitment to rigorous training.
Officer Lindamood serves on the department's Highway Safety Team and is a leading performer in his initiatives to enhance safety on our community roadways. He has received recognition from the state for his contributions and has been honored with the Buckle Down Award for his efforts in Occupant Protection Enforcement. Through his dedication and hard work, Officer Lindamood has proven to be vital in decreasing traffic fatalities, boosting seatbelt usage, and curbing impaired driving. His unwavering commitment to this team and his proactive strategies clearly demonstrate the success of programs aimed at improving traffic safety, thereby enhancing the safety of the entire community he serves.
Officer Lindamood also serves as the department’s representative for the Special Olympics, coordinating efforts with the Special Olympics Commission and collaborating with other departments for the Law Enforcement Torch Run alongside Special Olympics athletes. He has fostered relationships not only with the athletes but also between the department and the broader community. Officer Lindamood has actively participated in events supporting the Special Olympics, such as Tip a Cop and Hot Wheels, where he won the award for best-wrapped vehicle, as well as the Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies. His contributions reflect both his dedication to the mission and the profound respect he has garnered within the Special Olympics community.
Officer Lindamood’s steadfast dedication and long-term commitment to the community are evident in his management of the Cops and Kids annual event, which provides Christmas gifts to underprivileged children. His efforts have resulted in the most successful and highest-grossing event in the department's history, achieving record donations and enabling assistance to more families. He also identified the needs of underprivileged pregnant teenagers and took action to provide them with essential items for the care and safety of their infants. His relentless efforts resulted in 238 children receiving Christmas gifts and new mothers being supplied with vital care items that they would otherwise have lacked.
Officer Lindamood is recognized in the community as a commendable citizen and a well-rounded officer. He enjoys great respect among his colleagues within the department and has served as a mentor to junior officers. These instances illustrate Officer Lindamood's dedication to excellence, hard work, and collaboration, which is the reason he was chosen as the Officer of the Year.
