Nevada Department of Public Safety - Nevada Highway Patrol, Nevada
End of Watch Thursday, June 18, 1992
Add to My HeroesDaniel Mark Garcia Peterson
Trooper Daniel Peterson died from injuries he sustained 13 days prior when he was struck by a drunk driver on I-80, west of Sparks Boulevard, as he was walking to a tractor-trailer he had pulled over.
The drunk driver was arrested and charged with felony drunk driving and reckless driving in connection with the incident.
On January 5, 1993, the 68-year-old driver pleaded guilty to causing a death while driving drunk. His blood-alcohol level was 0.19. He was sentenced to 20 years. While out of jail under bond, he was charged with drunk driving and hit and run in California before his conviction.
Trooper Peterson served with the Nevada Highway Patrol for four years and had previously served with the Elko Sheriff's Department for 10 years. He was survived by his mother and three brothers.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 286
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Friday, June 5, 1992
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsTrooper Peterson,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Nevada. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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