East Grand Rapids Department of Public Safety, Michigan
End of Watch: Sunday, July 17, 1994
Age: 57
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Struck by vehicle
Date of Incident: July 4, 1994
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Officer Van Popering from injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic after 4th of July celebrations. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.