Local first responders attend public safety symposium. We were invited to hear jason schechterle speak this summer. Jason schechterle, formerly of the phoenix fire department, was a guest speaker at the symposium. Sheffield jason schechterle endured some painful and dark days after being severely burned in a 2001 motor vehicle crash, but he wasnt going to let that stop him from. After 43 operations, cop caught in blaze is rebuilding his face, life december 9, 2003 by jennifer dixon free press staff writer phoenix jason schechterle was burned so badly when his crown victoria police interceptor caught fire that the flames mangled his hands, seared away most of his nose. The flatirons reconfirms that ability by weaving together two tales that leapfrog between the modern world and new york of. If you are still interested in obtaining a bookticket, they will be available instore or by phone at 4807300205. Jason is currently a professional author of the upcoming book, the ultralight startup, being published by penguin books. Burning shield, an independently published book, tells the story of jasons brave struggle toward a new life. Al hartmannthe salt lake tribune by linda fantin the salt lake tribune officer christopher witte is not happy. Phoenix police officer jason schechterle shares his story.
He had already broken the barriers of medicine and science, readers are told after schechterle leaves the hospital, and now he was charting new territory in the field of human potential. Its his first traffic stop of the night, and he just. In the telling of schechterles storyfrom his becoming a phoenix police officer to the march 26, 2001. Arizona professional speaker jason schechterle, world. The book couldve been at least 80 pages shorter had the author not felt the need to remind the audience every other chapter about jason s burning desire to do nothing but be a cop, and of the several things that happened at just the right moment that invariably saved his life the night of the accident.
Yesterdays virgin by hytes, jason and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jason schechterle, a phoenix officer who was severely burned when his crown victoria police car was hit, says ford must make the car safer. Jason schechter chief communications officer bloomberg. The jason schechterle story and millions of other books are. Flames devastated his face, hands, and much of his body. A taxi cab crashed into the rear of jasons patrol car causing it to burst into flames, trapping him inside. Jack ballentine, former homicide detective and author of murder for hire. The story itself is harrowing and important, but the writing made this such a tedious read. His incredible story of survival is now his calling, sharing a new perspective on life, rebirth and transformation in an event youll never forget. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover jasons.
Episode 194 jay dobyns behind the shield with james. Triumph over adversity awards by the american society of plastic surgeons asps at plastic surgery 2010. His message was highly inspiring, and touched my heart, as well as my kids hearts. Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car cbc marketplace duration. Subject of burning shield bringing story to sheffield. The jason schechterle story is a powerful, inspiring story of one mans will to survive and to thrive in the face of horrific injuries. The jason schechterle story published in 2014, burning shield tells jasons shocking story. A former police officer injured in the line of duty, a teenage girl with a craniofacial anomaly, a breast reconstruction patient, and a man injured by a drunk driver will be named honorees of the patients of courage.
Doing over 75 engagements a year, jason has found his calling in inspiring others to overcome adversity, big and small. The jason schechterle story exemplifies the mystery and beauty of the human spirit, and the healing power of love. Jason levine, author at center for autosafety page 3 of 31. The novella, christmas jars, would go on to become a new york times best seller. The story of a long, brave recovery from a fiery crash. Burning shield officer will appear in sheffield thursday. A police officer trapped inside a burning vehicle, jason suffered extreme burns to over 40% of his body, dramatically altering his appearance. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. But if this true story reads like a novel, it sometimes feels like the life of a saint. Maricopa county prosecutors win nice honor for work in. The jason schechterle story is an amazing story of one mans triumph over tragedy with the support of an entire community. On march 26, 2001, jason schechterle, then a rookie city of phoenix police officer was stopped at a red light.
Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. I am writing quite a bit lately and i find this book to be very. He achieved his dream at age 26, only to have his life take an unexpected tragic turn 14 months later. Books by series coming soon new releases this months biggest new books. It was the first independently published book chosen as the arizona republics pick of the month. The dispatcher calling out over his squad car, jason in the line of duty began to respond to a possible nearby homicide. It is also a keen look into the workings of our police men and women and the close bonds that knit them together. Patients of courage share strength following plastic surgery. When a taxi smashed into police officer jason schechterles patrol ca. Jason books deals in secondhand, outofprint, and rare books. Right now i have a book called steal like an artist, by austin kleon, on my nightstand. Sheffield former law enforcement officer jason schechterle will bring his compelling story of human triumph to the sheffield public library, thursday, march 12.
He was trapped in the car for eight minutes and left with severe burns, and after more than 50 surgeries, he is still recovering. Napoleon this is a god publication to accompany you in this totally free time. Wright penned a small story centered around a christmas tradition of collecting spare change in a jar and then giving it to someone in need. His followup book catching hell, a true story of abandonment and betrayal is a bestselling memoir that details the events of his life and career. Magazines 30 under 30, and the ceo of one of time inc. Public speaker, subject of the book burning shield, cohost of badge boys on star worldwide. Provide your team with an unforgettable experience filled with hope, inspiration and powerful new perspectives. Inspired by his brother and the tragic loss of a local law enforcement hero, jason worked persistently towards his dream. Thirteen years ago on march 26, 2001, phoenix police officer jason schechterles ford crown victoria patrol car was rearended by a taxi and burst into flames. View jason schechters profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Jason saltounebin has spent nine years at the reagan presidential library and other archives finding the original documents and oval office notes that take us as close as we are likely to come to answering one of the great questions of the twentieth century. Im a former professional football player with the world champion new england patriots, a bestselling author, international speaker, avid blogger, mediapersonality, and philanthropist. Changing hands bookstore is proud to partner with the arizona republic for their monthly republic recommends selections. Sad, exciting, lifechanging and emotional, burning shield.
The jason schechterle story kindle edition by napoleon, landon j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. But by a series of small miracles, schechterle survived. We have been in business in the centre of auckland for over 40 years and. In 2000, even after 10 years of eating well, exercising, and taking care of her emotional wellbeing, she had a new occurrence and underwent mastectomy with immediate tram flap reconstruction. Burning shield this gripping biography of jason schechterle s battle for life and justice celebrates the resilience of the human spirit while condemning corporate greed it injects the intimacy of fiction into a true story of human endurance. The jason schechterle story and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. New skillcamp layout, more online events, and coronavirusfocused content. Jason schechterle was only 15 months into working his dream job when a runaway taxi slammed into his phoenix police department patrol car and trapped him in an inferno.
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Listen to what jason schechterle, retired phoenix police officer, speaker and author has to say about class tales from the firehouse within each tale, the authors looked for a specific storyline, considering each story a single act amid the overall drama of the fire department. Richard reeves, bestselling author of books on presidents kennedy, nixon and reagan. Napoleon burning shieldonline ordering for this event has been turned off. Disfigured former phoenix cop was incredulous when the. Jays book about that investigation no angel, my harrowing undercover journey to the inner circle of the hells angels is a new york times and international bestseller. He shared his experience overcoming adversity, embracing challenges and discussed how to always be. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading burning shield. You will certainly not be so hard to understand something from this ebook burning shield. The company i work for is launching a new product to market in 2020. I cant say enough good things about this story, and the wonderful hero that jason is. After serving four years in the air force, at the age 26, jason achieved his goal to work on the. If you are still interested in obtaining a bookticket, they will. Jason schechterle is one of arizonas most recognizable and beloved individuals, both for what he endured after the march 26, 2001, crash and the grace with which he, his wife, suzie, and family.
This is the emotional and inspiring story of retired phoenix police officer, jason schechterle. The jason schechterle story exemplifies the mystery and beauty of the human spirit, and the healing power of love when a taxi smashed into police officer jason schechterles patrol car, the fireball that consumed the vehicle should have killed him. When a taxi smashed into police officer jason schechterles patrol car, the fireball that consumed the vehicle should have killed him. This gripping biography of jason schechterles battle for life and justice celebrates the resilience of the human spirit while condemning corporate greed. A police officer trapped inside a burning vehicle, jason suffered extreme burns to over 40% of his body. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Jason schechterle is also the subject of the book burning shield and asks you to, imagine looking in the mirror one day, smiling at the man in the uniform, with no way of knowing that is the. Jason starred in the bloomberg tv show techstars, which chronicled the first six months of onswipes history in the techstars program. Jason schechterle communications expert capitol city.
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