On August 2nd, 2022, while participating in the National Night Out event at North School Park, Officer Treston Schoeny observed a commotion in the crowd a short distance from where he was standing. Officer Schoeny discovered a 7-year-old boy, Colin Connolly, who was choking and could not breathe. Officer Schoeny, without hesitation, administered the Heimlich Maneuver and was able to dislodge a piece of candy that was obstructing his airway. This all occurred amidst a large crowd of concerned observers.

The incident was captured on Police body worn camera, showing the quick reaction and decisive response of Officer Schoeny.

Colin Connelly is here tonight with his mother, Christine, father, Neil, sister, Claire amongst other supportive family and friends. Colin's father, Neil, is also an Officer with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Area Port of Chicago, and is joined today by:

(Acting) Area Port Director - Kemisha Sherrell

Chief of Staff to the Area Port Director - Andrew Darst

Chief Cargo Operations Area Port of Chicago - Rafal Rygula

Supervisor Cargo Operations Area Port of Chicago - Pongstorn Atipatha 

Officer Treston Schoeny, in recognition of your quick and decisive action in successfully treating a young choking victim, you are hereby presented with this Arlington Heights Police Department Commendation. Your quick actions bring great honor and distinction to yourself and the Arlington Heights Police Department.