Coppell Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, December 12, 1972
Add to My HeroesDonald Wayne Swearingin
Police Officer Donald Swearingin was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a speeding vehicle on Denton Tap Road, just north of Beltline Road.
His patrol car went out of control and struck a tree.
Officer Swearingin had served with the Coppell Police Department for two years. He was survived by his parents and brother.
Bio
- Age 20
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Swearingin,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Coppell. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 12, 2022
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