Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, June 18, 1983
Stephen Edward Sawka
Officer Sawka suffered a fatal heart attack following a struggle with a suspect at Yorkk Street and Sepviva Street, in which he and his partner suffered minor injuries. After arresting the suspect, Officer Sawka drove his partner to the police administration building to photograph his injuries.
As Officer Sawka waited outside he began to suffer chest pains. He drove himself to a local hospital where he died.
Officer Sawka had served with the agency for 3 years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 3790
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsDad,
Visited the memorial today. Your family, especially your grandchildren love you and honor you.
Stephen II, Stephen III, Lawrence, Regina, John
Stephen E. Sawka II
Son
March 17, 2018
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