CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Tish Schachinger’s husband, John, 51, had become dizzy and fallen. Tish called 911.
When Clarksville Police Sgt. Tim Finley responded on Sept. 11 at about 7:46 a.m., he found John Schachinger unresponsive without a pulse.
Finley immediately activated his AED device and began CPR chest compressions.
He determined Schachinger was suffering from a cardiac incident and a “shockable” heart arrhythmia. After initiating the shock from the AED, he was able to detect a faint pulse.
Montgomery County EMS personnel arrived shortly after and transported Schachinger to Tennova Healthcare.
Schachinger was conscious and alert upon arriving at the hospital and survived the cardiac incident.
On Nov. 13, the Clarksville Police Department presented its Lifesaver Award to Finley for his actions that ultimately saved Schachinger’s life.
“Sgt. Finley’s actions bring great credit to himself, the Clarksville Police Department, and to the citizens of Clarksville,” Clarksville Police said in a news release.
John and Tish Schachinger were in attendance at the award ceremony as Chief David Crockarell presented Finley with the award.
