Metropolitan Police Department, District of Columbia
End of Watch Monday, August 4, 1986
Add to My HeroesKevin Joseph Welsh
Officer Kevin Welsh drowned after jumping into the Anacostia River in an attempt to rescue a suicidal woman who had jumped off of the 11th Street Bridge. While in the water Officer Welsh indicated he needed help but went under and drowned before he could be rescued.
Officer Welsh was assigned to the Special Operations Division and had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his expectant wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 3837
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsI met Kevin when I competed in SWAT competitions in the 1980's. Kevin was instantly a friend to myself and our team. He just had that kind of personality. Coming from the Winter Park Police Department in Florida we first met Kevin when his team came to Florida to compete in our local competition. He instantly became a friend to myself and our team. His skills as a fellow officer and competitor were matched by his skill at being kind to people. We continued our friendship when we traveled to D.C. To compete in their competition. One again Kevin became a fierce competitor and great friend. He was a true professional and a gentleman. He was a hero and role model for many and is still missed to this day.
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