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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Contact: Kaylin Martin, Communications Assistant
Phone 952-833-9537 • Fax 952-826-0389 • www.EdinaMN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Edina police officer receives internal recognition
Edina, Minn., Dec. 19, 2012 – Officer Brandon Kuske received the Edina Police Department’s internal
Distinguished Service Award earlier this month for his exceptional service on a stalking case he pursued for
over a year.
While working on the Retail Crime Unit in 2010, Kuske took the lead on a stalking report that involved an
18-year-old woman who worked at Southdale Center. Police Chief Jeff Long said Kuske diligently pursued
leads, researched various options, consulted attorneys and pushed through roadblocks to get the suspect
charged and convicted.
Kuske was also complimented by the prosecutor on the case, who had high praises for his professionalism
throughout.
“Officer Kuske went above and beyond to fight for the safety of the victim,” said Long at the Dec. 18 City
Council meeting where Kuske was presented the recognition. “He exemplifies the high level of dedication and
professionalism we aspire to at the City of Edina.”
Kuske said that “it was an honor to receive the award.”
Distinguished Service Awards are selected from nominations to an internal awards committee and then
referred to the Chief of Police to make the final decision.
For more information, contact the Edina Police Department at 952-826-1610.
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