Ohio Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Officer Jason Keller was on the scene when fellow officer Kevn Behr was shot at close range by a poacher. In this episode, he recalls the incident and the aftermath, and shares some important lessons learned on that day.

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Here’s what we discuss:

Decoy operation began normally

Saw pickup truck drop a passenger with a long gun

Heard a shot ring out, and then screaming

The emergency button: technology can be a blessing

‘Stop the Bleed’ course

Packed the wound with gauze

Couldn’t find an exit wound

Perception of time changed

Shooter was identified right away

WIN philosophy: What’s Important Now?

Focus shifted to investigation

K-9 Scout located the shell casing

State trooper picked up the suspect

Shooter’s position identified by K-9 Scout at 48 feet (14.6m)

Public health protocols prevented visiting the hospital

Returned to the scene to search for additional evidence

Writing the Critical Incident report was challenging

Testified in court while suspect smiled

Officer Behr’s wife provided progress updates

Lessons learned: train as though scenarios are real

Be as mentally prepared as possible for critical incidents

Know where your First Aid kit is, and how to use it

When time allows, make sure to contact your own family

Dispatchers are a lifeline

Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches

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