Public Safety Employee of the Month

October 2022 - Jon Zabick, Detective

Jon Zabick, Detective

For the excellent detective work and your commitment to the safety of Novi Schools, I want to thank and congratulate you on your selection as the October 2022 Novi Public Safety Employee of the Month. You were nominated by Lieutenant Kevin Gilmore.

On October 26th, you were filling in as the SRO at Novi High School and were notified of a threat that was made in a handwritten message in a restroom. There were no suspects at the time and several hours of video review was needed to be reviewed to locate possible witnesses. The building immediately went into Shelter in Place, classrooms were locked, and instruction continued. While investigating the previous incident, on October 31, you were advised that two more threats were discovered in a restroom. The school again went into a shelter in place. Your investigation developed a possible suspect in the second case, who has been suspended pending prosecutorial review. These types of messages disrupt the entire learning environment, put people in a state of panic, and create a situation that is completely unacceptable for a school setting. In your duties as SRO, you spearheaded a coordinated response between Novi PD and school officials while providing timely updates and ensuring that the children that attend Novi High School felt safe and protected.

You are recognized for your continued dedication to the children of this community and your tireless efforts in investigating these threats. You embody everything that a public servant should be, and through your actions exemplify the core values of the Novi Public Safety Team.

Congratulations to you on being named as the October 2022 Public Safety Employee of the Month. To show our appreciation, a $25 gift card has been placed in your mailbox.

Public Safety Employee of the Month

October 2022 - Jon Zabick, Detective

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