Miami Police Department, Florida
End of Watch: Tuesday, June 21, 1988
Age: 37
Tour of Duty: 14 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: March 19, 1988
Weapon Used: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect Info: Released after 2 years
Police Officer William Craig was struck and killed by a drunk driver at the intersection of U.S. Route 1 and SW 67th Avenue on March 19th, 1988.
The other vehicle turned left in front of Officer Craig's police motorcycle, causing a collision. Officer Craig remained in a coma for three months before succumbing to his injuries.
The driver was found guilty and sentenced to prison but was released after serving only two years.
Officer Craig had served with the Miami Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.