Police Officer Peter Helko
Detroit Police Department
Michigan
End of Watch: Monday, September 24, 1928

Biographical Info
Age: 42
Tour of Duty: 7 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Vehicle pursuit
Date of Incident: Monday, September 24, 1928
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer Helko was killed when his patrol car struck a light pole as he and his partner attempted to stop a car that was fleeing from them. Officer Helko's patrol car struck the pole as he attempted to turn a corner.

Officer Helko had served with the Detroit Police Department for 7 years.