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On 12/12/2024, Biddeford Police Sergeant Jacob Wolterbeek, 41, was involved in a fatal vehicle collision on the Piscataqua River Bridge while driving home after his shift. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident remains under investigation by Maine State Police.

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Total Fatalities/Injuries: 1 fatality

1. https://www.officer.com/features/honoring-the-fallen/video/55249350/maine-police-officer-killed-in-collision-on-way-home-after-shift
2. https://www.wmur.com/article/interstate-95-crash-kittery-maine-portsmouth-nh/63171400
3. https://news.yahoo.com/news/95-bridge-fatality-maine-police-162524753.html

Oregon corrections officer Nicholas Alexander fatally shot his teenage daughter before taking his own life on 12/11/2024. The incident occurred inside their Washington County apartment. Authorities discovered the bodies during a welfare check. Evidence at the scene suggests the man killed his daughter with a firearm before committing suicide. A firearm was recovered. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation.

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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES:
Fatalities: 2

1. https://www.kptv.com/2024/12/13/oregon-corrections-officer-kills-teen-daughter-then-himself/

On December 10, 2024, San Antonio Police Officer William Kasberg died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at a Harlandale Independent School District facility in San Antonio, Texas. Initially reported as an accidental discharge, further investigation by the Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office and SAPD determined the death to be a suicide. At the time of his death, Officer Kasberg was under criminal investigation by the Rockport Police Department for allegedly recording a minor without consent at a Rockport motel. The San Antonio Police Department is conducting an internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Total Fatalities/Injuries:
1 fatality

1. https://www.sacurrent.com/news/sapd-san-antonio-cop-who-died-this-week-committed-suicide-was-under-investigation-36282664
2. https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2024/12/12/death-of-sapd-officer-initially-reported-as-accidental-ruled-a-suicide-sapd-says/
3. https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/rockport/san-antonio-police-officer-death-ruled-suicide-officer-was-under-investigation-by-rockport-pd

On 12/08/2024, Officer Jacob Candanoza, 28, of the Terrell Police Department, was fatally shot during a traffic stop around 11 p.m. in Terrell, Texas. The investigation is ongoing and is being handled by the Texas Rangers.

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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Officer Candanoza).

1. https://abcnews.go.com/US/texas-police-officer-fatally-shot-traffic-stop-4/story?id=116601342

On 12/06/2024, Sergeant Ryan Moan, a 33-year-old officer with the Manchester Police Department, was found deceased in his vehicle at the Hatch Hill Road boat launch in Vernon, Connecticut. The Vernon Police Department confirmed that Moan died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Earlier that day, Moan was arrested by the Manchester Police Department on charges including risk of injury to a minor, enticing a minor by computer, misrepresentation of age to entice a minor, and tampering with physical evidence. The arrest warrant remains sealed, so specific details of the allegations are undisclosed. Authorities confirmed that the charges were unrelated to his duties as a school resource officer and that the alleged victim was neither a student nor a resident of Manchester.

Moan was released on a $450,000 bond and placed on unpaid leave following his arrest. He was scheduled to appear for arraignment on January 3, 2025.

Manchester officials expressed shock and outrage at the allegations. Town Manager Steve Stephanou and Police Chief William Darby stated that the alleged actions were in direct contrast to the department’s values of integrity, compassion, and fairness, and assured the public of transparency throughout the investigation.

TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:

• Fatalities: 1 (Sergeant Ryan Moan)
• Injuries: 0

1. https://nypost.com/2024/12/08/us-news/connecticut-cop-commits-suicide-after-his-own-department-arrested-him-for-enticing-a-minor/
2. https://www.fox61.com/article/news/local/hartford-county/manchester/manchester-connecticut-police-sergeant-arrest-messaging-minor-online/520-54627df6-a5db-40bf-a893-981850c4f467

On 11/29/2024, Oak Park Police Detective Allan Reddins, 40, responded to a report of an individual seen leaving a bank on the 800 block of Lake Street with a firearm. Upon arrival, Detective Reddins confronted the armed individual, leading to an exchange of gunfire. Detective Reddins was critically injured, sustaining a gunshot wound to his left side, and was transported to Loyola University Medical Center, where he died from his injuries. The individual was shot in the leg and taken into custody; charges are pending. Detective Reddins had served with the Oak Park Police Department since May 2019.

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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:
1 fatality (Detective Allan Reddins)
1 injured (armed individual)

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Last update: 11/29/2024

1. https://www.oakpark.com/2024/11/29/oak-park-police-officer-dies-in-shooting/
2. https://abc7chicago.com/post/oak-park-il-shooting-today-officer-shot-critically-injured-lake-street-suspect-wounded-police-say/15603128/

On 11/28/2024, at approximately 11:50 a.m., Nicholas Griego, a 31-year-old Community Services Officer with the Palm Springs Police Department, was riding a motorcycle near the intersection of Cathedral Canyon Drive and East Palm Canyon Drive in Cathedral City. A pickup truck driven by another employee of the Palm Springs Police Department collided with Griego’s motorcycle. The crash also involved a third vehicle, which sustained damage during the incident.

Emergency responders pronounced Griego dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup truck remained on-site and is cooperating with the Cathedral City Police Department's investigation. Authorities closed the intersection for several hours to collect evidence and examine the circumstances of the collision. Investigators are asking the public for any additional information to assist in the case.

NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: One fatality.

Last Update: 12/01/2024

1. https://kesq.com/news/2024/11/28/community-service-officer-killed-in-crash-in-cathedral-city-thanksgiving-day/
2. https://www.yahoo.com/news/fatal-three-vehicle-crash-reported-213747723.html
3. https://mynewsla.com/crime/2024/11/28/31-year-old-motorcyclist-dead-in-cathedral-city-collision/

On 11/26/2024, Jonathan Fuller, a 52-year-old Deputy Chief of the Rockmart Police Department, died suddenly and unexpectedly. Deputy Chief Fuller served the Rockmart Police Department for over 11 years and was widely recognized for his dedication to public safety, mentorship of younger officers, and advocacy for mental health awareness. His death has deeply impacted the Rockmart community, with officials and colleagues remembering him as a beacon of leadership and integrity.

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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.

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Last Update: 11/29/2024

1. https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/rockmart-deputy-chief-dies-leaving-lasting-impact-department-community
2. https://www.wsbtv.com/news/georgia/unwavering-dedication-georgia-community-mourns-death-assistant-police-chief/3QINF5NHPRC4HPEEEJNTTR3LZU/
3. https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/ga/rockmart/deputy-jonathan-fuller-18928840

Officer Cooper Dawson of the Greenville Police Department was killed on 11/25/2024, while attempting to apprehend an individual who fled from a traffic stop. Around 8 p.m., Dawson initiated the stop in the 3500 block of Picket Street. The individual fled on foot, prompting Dawson to pursue him into a wooded area behind residential homes. There, the individual ambushed Dawson, shooting him multiple times. Despite suffering critical gunshot wounds, Dawson returned fire, hitting the individual. Both were transported to a hospital, where Officer Dawson died from his injuries after being airlifted to Medical City Plano. The other man involved has not been identified, and his condition has not yet been disclosed. This is the first line of duty death for the Greenville Police Department in over 100 years.

Last update: 11/26/2024.

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/greenville-police-officer-shot-killed-in-line-of-duty-2024/
https://www.fox4news.com/news/greenville-officer-dies-after-shooting-incident
https://www.greenvillepd.com/news/greenville-pd-officer-dawson-dies-in-line-of-duty

Deputy Nick Green, a seven-year veteran of the LaRue County Sheriff's Office, suffered a medical issue while on duty on 11/23/2024, resulting in his death. The specific cause of the medical issue has not been disclosed.

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Last update: 11/24/2024

https://www.wave3.com/2024/11/23/larue-county-deputy-dies-after-suffering-medical-issue-duty/

Jesse Branch, an on-duty Red Lake Tribal police officer was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 89 near Red Lake, MN, on November 22, 2024. The collision involved another vehicle, and both individuals in the crash died from their injuries.  Police identified the other person who died as Alan Lussier Jr. Authorities are investigating the incident.

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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 2 deceased.

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Last update: 11/27/2024

https://www.startribune.com/off-duty-red-lake-tribal-police-officer-one-of-two-killed-in-two-vehicle-crash/601187808

A deputy from the Elmore County Sheriff's Office died by suicide in the parking lot of the Fultondale Event Center while attending law enforcement training. Authorities confirmed the death as a gunshot wound, and it is believed to be a suicide. The deputy had been experiencing mental health issues.

https://abc3340.com/news/local/fultondale-police-department-investigation-law-enforcement-training-community-center-officer-shooting-suicide-mental-health-awareness-investigation-event-center

An officer with the Flint Police Department passed away on November 21, 2024. The exact cause of death was not disclosed at the time of reporting, but it was confirmed by local officials.

https://www.abc12.com/news/local/an-officer-with-the-flint-police-department-has-passed-away/article_76022592-6baa-11ef-a0c6-1f5ffb4c5d59.html
https://theflintcouriernews.com

On November 21, 2024, Deputies Paez, Waller, and Diaz were struck by an SUV while conducting speed enforcement. Paez and Waller died the same day; Diaz succumbed to injuries on November 25. The crash occurred when the SUV attempted to avoid a slower-moving vehicle. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. All three deputies were long-serving members of the motor unit.

Last update: November 25, 2024

https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/3rd-palm-beach-deputy-dies-days-after-crash-that-killed-2-fellow-motormen/3480467/

Cpl. Luis Paez was killed in a crash during a police chase in Loxahatchee, Florida. He was responding to an ongoing pursuit when the crash occurred. The officers' vehicle was involved in a fatal collision, leading to his death at the scene.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/palm-beach-county-sheriffs-office-233052849

Deputy Ralph Waller was killed during a police chase in Loxahatchee, Florida. While involved in the pursuit, his vehicle was struck in a fatal collision, leading to his death.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/palm-beach-county-sheriffs-office-233052849

A corrections officer was involved in a tragic murder-suicide on November 20, 2024, in Caswell County, North Carolina. The officer fatally shot his wife and two children before turning the gun on himself.

• https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/piedmont-triad/adult-victim-in-caswell-county-murder-suicide-identified-as-corrections-officer/
• https://www.police1.com/

Napoleon police officer died by suicide Saturday night while on duty, the city’s police chief said.

https://www.13abc.com/2024/11/17/napoleon-police-officer-dies-by-suicide-while-duty/

Officer Tyler Murrey, 31, passed away on November 16, 2024. He served with the Napoleon Police Department since 2018 and contributed to multiple specialized teams.

https://www.wane.com/top-stories/police-officer-killed-on-duty-in-napoleon-ohio/

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., fellow officers conducted a welfare check on Officer Tyler Murrey during his patrol shift and discovered him deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Officer Murrey had served with the Napoleon Police Department since 2018, contributing as a member of the warrant entry team, firearms instructor, and armorer. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, in collaboration with the Henry County Sheriff's Office, is conducting an investigation into the incident.

https://www.13abc.com/2024/11/17/napoleon-police-officer-dies-by-suicide-while-duty/?utm_

Officer Jerome Schultz was off duty and on his motorcycle when he crashed and died in Irving, Texas.

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/irving-police-officer-army-veteran-dies-off-duty-crash/

Sergeant Peter Folz of the Kenner PD was on his way to court to testify in a murder case when he died from a medical emergency.

https://www.officer.com/features/honoring-the-fallen/video/55243229/la-police-officer-dies-on-way-to-testify-in-murder-case

Deputy Cailee Campbell was on her way to a call when she crashed, rolled her vehicle and died.

https://www.officer.com/features/honoring-the-fallen/video/55142605/ny-deputy-killed-in-2-vehicle-crash-while-responding-to-call

Buncombe County Detention Center Officer Emmanuel Bader was killed in a crash on November 12, 2024, while driving 100 mph in a 35 mph zone. His vehicle struck a rock pillar on New Stock Road. The other officer was unharmed. No drugs or alcohol were involved.

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Last update: November 26, 2024.

https://wlos.com/news/local/new-crash-report-reveals-buncombe-county-officer-killed-accident-vehicle-car-speeding-100-mph-in-35-mph-limit-emmanuel-bader-new-stock-road

On November 9, 2024, Correctional Officer Christopher Martinez, 27, of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), died in a car crash on Highway 99, south of Pixley, while en route to work. Officer Martinez began his CDCR career in November 2023 as a cadet at the Richard A. McGee Correctional Training Center. After graduating, he was assigned to the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility at California State Prison, Corcoran, in March 2024. He is survived by his wife and 9-month-old child.

TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES:
1 fatality (Correctional Officer Christopher Martinez).

1. https://www.corrections1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/calif-corrections-officer-dies-in-crash-while-driving-to-work
2. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-martinez-family-after-tragic-loss
3. https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/insidecdcr/2024/11/12/christopher-martinez-correctional-officer

https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/golden-police-officer-killed-colorado-car-crash/

Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Chatham on November 4, 2024. During the stop, Martinez and his partner were speaking with the vehicle's driver when a passenger, Darion McMillian, allegedly reached for a bag on the floor. Despite warnings, McMillian reportedly fired a fully automatic weapon equipped with an illegal machine-gun conversion device, fatally shooting Martinez. Police returned fire, killing another individual in the vehicle, while McMillian fled the scene and was later arrested. McMillian faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder of a police officer and unlawful use of a weapon. this case is being investigated internally by Chicago Police Department.

https://abc7chicago.com/officer-martinez-chatham-shooting-traffic-stop/13957632/
https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2024/11/6/2393-chicago-police-officer-shot-killed-traffic-stop
https://news.wttw.com/2024/11/05/chicago-police-officer-among-2-people-killed-east-chatham-traffic-stop-shooting
https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/06/man-charged-with-killing-police-officer-enrique-martinez-during-traffic-stop/

Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Chatham on November 4, 2024. During the stop, Martinez and his partner were speaking with the vehicle's driver when a passenger, Darion McMillian, allegedly reached for a bag on the floor. Despite warnings, McMillian reportedly fired a fully automatic weapon equipped with an illegal machine-gun conversion device, fatally shooting Martinez. Police returned fire, killing another individual in the vehicle, while McMillian fled the scene and was later arrested.

https://abc7chicago.com/officer-martinez-chatham-shooting-traffic-stop/13957632/
https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2024/11/6/2393-chicago-police-officer-shot-killed-traffic-stop
https://news.wttw.com/2024/11/05/chicago-police-officer-among-2-people-killed-east-chatham-traffic-stop-shooting
https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/06/man-charged-with-killing-police-officer-enrique-martinez-during-traffic-stop/

Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn died on November 5, 2024, after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 58. The officer had been responding to a call and was alongside his training officer, Bethany Grusing, who sustained serious injuries. Dunn, 33, had previously served as an Army Aviation Officer and Blackhawk pilot and had been with the Golden Police Department for a short time after graduating from the police academy in July 2024.

https://www.goldentoday.com/golden-police-department-mourns-the-loss-of-officer-evan-dunn/
https://www.denverpost.com/2024/11/07/golden-police-officer-killed/

Officer Devon Lindsay was killed in a hit and run crash on old Gilliard Road in Ridgeville on November 4, 2024.

https://www.live5news.com/2024/11/04/deputies-mourning-after-berkeley-county-detention-deputy-killed-hit-and-run/

An NYPD officer took his own life on the Upper West Side of New York City. No further details were provided on the officer’s identity, and investigations are ongoing.

• https://www.otdowntown.com/news/cop-takes-own-life-on-uws-second-nypd-suicide-this-year-FF3601403​:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2024/09/15/a-wave-of-police-suicides-has-law-enforcement-on-edge-2/​:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Deputy Raquel Sachs Was a newly hired deputy who died in a crash while on duty.

https://www.abqjournal.com/news/local/19-year-old-bernalillo-county-corrections-officer-killed-in-crash/article_d1e5f184-9889-11ef-978a-4b222cc836a9.html

Officer Arthur Scena was leaving a fellow officer funeral and was involved in a crash and died.

https://6abc.com/post/funeral-held-phoenixville-police-officer-arthur-scena-iv-killed-motorcycle-crash/15520231/

On October 26, 2024, at approximately 2:45 a.m., Deputy Brandon Tyler Parker, 28, of the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, was involved in a fatal ATV crash on Pondfield Road near Gaffney, South Carolina. While off duty, Deputy Parker was operating a 2023 Honda Pioneer 1000 at a high rate of speed when he lost control, veered off the right side of the road, became airborne, and collided with several trees. He was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected upon impact, resulting in fatal injuries. Deputy Parker began his career with the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office in June 2018, briefly left in September 2019, and returned in October 2022. He served as a canine handler in the Uniform Patrol Division with K-9 Kilo. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office and the community mourn his loss and extend condolences to his family.

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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES:

• 1 Fatality (Deputy Brandon Tyler Parker)

https://www.wyff4.com/article/off-duty-upstate-deputy-dead-crash-south-carolina/62723716

Officer Brandon Tyler Parker was racing around in an ATV at high speed at 3 AM when he crashed and died.

https://www.wspa.com/video/off-duty-deputy-killed-in-cherokee-county-crash/10165496/

After the officer, Benjamin Braillier was hiking on Montour Trail when he was stabbed and killed.

https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/pennsylvania-liquor-control-enforcement-agent-killed-stabbing/

Deputy Sheriff Alfredo "Freddy" Flores passed away on April 20, 2024, after succumbing to third-degree burns from a fire at a mobile shooting range in Castaic. The fire occurred on October 10, 2023, when an equipment malfunction ignited flames in the 53-foot trailer, which was located near the Pitchess Detention Center. Flores and another deputy were severely burned before being rescued. Flores, a 22-year veteran of the department, had been undergoing re-certification training at the time. His death follows months of medical treatment for his injuries, and he leaves behind a wife, children, and other family members​

https://camemorial.org/honor-roll/tribute/alfredo-freddy-flores

A man set a fire that killed former female Oglala Sioux tribal officer Tanya White Butterfly. She had become a tribal officer when a fire 10 years prior had killed her brother. Reno Matthew Rondeau set the fire that killed her and was booked on homicide and other charges.

https://ictnews.org/news/man-arrested-after-fire-killed-former-tribal-corrections-officer

Illinois State trooper Corey Thompson was hit by a vehicle while on duty and died.

https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/state-trooper-hospitalized-in-champaign-county-crash/

Officer Sean O’Neill shot and killed his wife, then himself. Their 3 children were inside of the home at the time of the murder/suicide.

https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/yonkers-murder-suicide-retired-nypd-detective-teacher/