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Patrolman Mark O. Harris | Oklahoma Lake Patrol, Oklahoma Oklahoma Lake Patrol, Oklahoma

Patrolman

Mark O. Harris

Oklahoma Lake Patrol, Oklahoma

End of Watch: Sunday, September 2, 1984

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 36

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Vehicular assault

Incident Date: 9/2/1984

Weapon: Automobile; Alcohol involved

Suspect: Charged with DUI

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Patrolman Harris was struck and killed by a drunk driver while making a traffic stop on I-35 near Indian Hills Road in Cleveland County. The drunk driver's car left the roadway and struck Patrolman Harris' patrol truck, the traffic violator's vehicle, and then Patrolman Harris. He was thrown 70-feet into traffic and struck by another vehicle, which fled the scene. The drunk driver was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. The vehicle that fled the scene was never identified.

Patrolman Harris was survived by his wife, son and daughter.

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Mark, I think of you often and can't believe it will be 28 years this year. You were an awesome person, a great Officer and friend to many. You are missed and will never be forgotten.

Sergeant Jim Sturges
Oklahoma State Parks
February 3, 2012

 

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