This week marks the celebration of Property and Evidence Professionals Appreciation Week, spotlighting those who manage the often unseen but critical corners of the criminal justice system—behind-the-scenes heroes like Kyle Duchschere, Eden Prairie Police Department’s evidence specialist. According to a recent bulletin released by the department, Duchschere, who has held his current position since 2016, is recognized not only for his meticulous stewardship of the evidence room but also for the warmth he brings to the role.
Tasked with handling an expansive inventory of EPPD’s proofs and testimonies, Duchschere managed 5,031 new pieces of evidence in 2024 while ensuring 4,444 items were properly disposed of, adhering to the retention schedule mandated by the State of Minnesota; to date in 2025, he has already processed 809 incoming items and seen to the disposal of 1,477, a testament to the relentless flow of material his role requires him to oversee. The evidence room, where Duchschere’s domain lies, commands rigor and discipline to maintain the integrity of the chain of custody, and as the gatekeeper, he meticulously logs every transaction and visitor in this sanctum.
Given the critical importance of evidence in legal proceedings, Duchschere’s duties extend beyond mere cataloging—his oversight ensures that prosecutors receive the necessary evidence for trial, a role which, if faltered, could risk miscarriages of justice or the collapse of cases before the bench. The Eden Prairie Police Department credits their unblemished audit records to Duchschere’s exacting standards; as “We always pass with flying colors due to Kyle’s diligence,” a statement the department takes evident pride in claiming.
During this specially dedicated week, the EPPD takes the opportunity to express gratitude for their evidence specialist, accounting Kyle Duchschere’s “attention to detail and friendly demeanor” as invaluable to their operation, according to the bulletin Duchschere stands as a paragon of the meticulousness and amicability that exemplify the department’s ideal, and recognizing this, they commend him for his service and for setting a high bar for excellence in the field of property and evidence management.
