Flags at Half-Staff Today for Dane County Deputy
Monday, August 31st, 2020 -- 8:11 AM
-Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #87 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff today in honor of Deputy Richard “Rick” Treadwell of the Dane County Sheriff’s Office.Deputy Treadwell passed away on August 22nd after contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. “This virus continues to devastate families and communities across our state. This is a reminder to all of us the danger our first responders, healthcare professionals, and others are in as they serve their communities during a global pandemic,” said Gov. Evers.
He continued, “Deputy Treadwell had a selfless dedication to his community and the people he served in Dane County for over 25 years. On behalf of the state of Wisconsin, we honor his memory and share our deepest condolences with Deputy Treadwell’s family, friends, and community.”
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