Hornell Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, October 24, 1973
Add to My HeroesDaniel 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
Most Recent Reflection
View all 26 ReflectionsDan was a wonderful man , outstanding officer loved his family , very sad day for everyone, a life gone to soon.
Judy Ann Notz
Brother in law
October 5, 2021
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