Newport Beach Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, November 16, 1997
Add to My HeroesSteven Donald Van Horn
Sergeant Van Horn, along with fire personnel, responded to a toxic chemicals fire in 1987.
Sergeant Van Horn coordinated traffic and evacuation at the scene without protective gear and was exposed to the toxic chemicals. After the fire, Sergeant Van Horn and three firefighters were diagnosed with cancer. Sgt. Van Horn passed away from the illness on November 16, 1997. One other firefighter has also passed away. The City of Newport Beach proclaimed his illness and death duty related.
Sergeant Van Horn had served with the Newport Police Department for 24 years and previously served with the Yuma Police Department (Arizona). He is survived by his wife and six children.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 26 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Thursday, January 1, 1987
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsSgt. Van Horn,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO; former Marine
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United States Border Patrol
November 16, 2022
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