Tacoma Police Department, Washington
End of Watch Tuesday, January 22, 1957
Add to My HeroesLief Ben Overdahl
Sergeant Lief Overdahl suffered a fatal heart attack after a struggle with an intoxicated man he had just arrested.
Sergeant Overdahl was off duty and eating in a restaurant when an employee asked him to help with the intoxicated man who was causing a disturbance. After arresting the man, Sergeant Overdahl led him to a call box at 11th and South K Street where a struggle ensued. Sergeant Overdahl collapsed during the struggle.
Sergeant Overdahl had served with the Tacoma Police Department for 27 years. He is survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 27 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
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