Lt. Hunt's "Something Good" Statement Comes True
By Brianna Erickson
In February of this year, I reported to work to relieve Lt. Hunt on a Saturday morning. While reporting to the Watch Office, I collapsed. I regained consciousness quickly, embarrassed and insisted I was fine to work my shift. Little did I know, I was in the throes of a life threatening medical emergency that I was committed to walking off. Lt. Hunt was able to cleverly convince me that I was in fact, “not fine" and to get medical attention. Lt. Hunt had the presence of mind to immediately reach out to my emergency contact so he could meet me at the hospital. A few hours later, I had emergency surgery and have since fully recovered. Doctors told me that that may not have been the case if I had not sought medical care when I did.
Lt. Hunt is not only an outstanding coworker, he's a great human. He exemplifies professionalism, sound decision making skills, has strong leadership and truly cares about the work he does. Throughout his time in both the military and corrections, Lt. Hunt has displayed a strong sense of duty and responsibility to the communities he serves. He has worked tirelessly to protect and serve those around him, always putting the needs of others before his own. Lt. Hunt is highly respected by his colleagues and superiors for his strong leadership skills. He is known for his ability to quickly and effectively respond to emergencies and to manage complex situations with a calm demeanor and professionalism. Overall, Lt. Hunt's commitment to service, leadership, and selflessness make him an outstanding member of both the military and corrections family. He is an inspiration to others and a true asset to Shakopee!
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the entire Shakopee Lieutenants group. They covered my shifts, checked in on my areas of supervision and provided updates and support while I was out of work. It is truly an honor to be a part of this team. Lt. Hunt, Lt. Brady Hartmann, Lt. Ben Frisk, Lt. Bill Schmidt, Lt. Stephanie Hebzynski, Lt. Eric Retzinger, Lt. Dan Fogarty – thank you all for your support, assistance and making me feel like family.
About a year ago, as he checked in on a mama duck sitting in her nest in an enclosed courtyard, Iaan Hunt stated, “It would be nice for Shakopee to be in the Hotline for something good." This statement stuck with me. Congratulations Lt. Hunt - your "Something Good" statement just came true!
Lt. Hunt
