HAYS, Kan. (KSNW) -- Funeral services will be held today for Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann.

Heimann died at a hospital in Hutchinson after he was shot while responding to a domestic violence incident in Hays Saturday night. Heimann was honored with a dignitary transfer and escort from Wichita by the Wichita Police Department, Kansas Highway Patrol, and law enforcement agencies from across the state.

Kansas Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall introduced a Senate resolution on Wednesday to honor Sgt. Heimann.

“The tragic loss of Sgt. Scott Heimann is deeply heartbreaking for the entire Hays community,” said Sen. Moran. “He embodied the very best of our small, tight-knit town, a place where people look out for their neighbors, care for those in need and protect the vulnerable. Sgt

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