Sergeant Daniel J. Swift

Sergeant Daniel J. Swift | Hornell Police Department, New York
Hornell Police Department, New York
Sergeant Daniel J. Swift

Hornell Police Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, October 24, 1973

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Daniel J. Swift

Sergeant Daniel Swift was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to arrest three juvenile occupants. The 15-year-old driver took his fathers car and intentionally struck Sergeant Swift. He was charged with juvenile delinquency. In 1977 he was sentenced to a year in jail for reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and DWI after he tried to run over another Hornell police officer in a parking lot.

Sergeant Swift was survived by his wife and son.

Bio

  • Age 25
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available
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We had fun and wonderful times after high school. You were so kind, compassionate , and loving.
You were one of my best friends and we had fun dating. You were like a brother to me. And moreso. So devastated when i heard what happened. Too young to go.
Someday ill see you and we can reminisc old times along with Aggie Gross...my best friend.
Love ya
Sharyn (Cram)

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June 15, 2021

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