Police Officer Craig Steven Herbert

Police Officer Craig Steven Herbert

Lawrence Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Sunday, March 6, 2005

Add to My Heroes

Craig Steven Herbert

Officer Craig Herbert was killed when his patrol car was struck by a suspect's vehicle during a vehicle pursuit.

The 15-year-old driver of the fleeing vehicle was traveling at an estimated 100 mph, near 46th and Franklin streets, when he crossed over a set of railroad tracks, lost control, and broadsided Officer Herbert's patrol car.

The suspect fled the scene on foot but was apprehended a short time later and charged with resisting law enforcement. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison on June 2, 2006 and was paroled in May 2009.

Officer Herbert had served with the Lawrence Police Department for five years and had previously served with the Fortville Police Department. He had also served in the US Army for 12 years. Officer Herbert was survived by his wife and 10- and 11-year-old sons.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 5 years
  • Badge 56

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Incident Date Saturday, March 5, 2005
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Paroled

Most Recent Reflection

View all 270 Reflections

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)

March 6, 2022

Want even more control of your Reflection? Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits:

  • Quick access to your heroes
  • Reflections published quicker
  • Save a Reflection signature
  • View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past

Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now.