Broward County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Monday, December 15, 1997
Add to My HeroesMichael J. Metroka
Deputy Metroka was injured after being involved in a hit and run on November 29, 1997, and died of his injuries on December 15, 1997. Deputy Metroka and his canine partner were traveling westbound when another vehicle struck his patrol car near Copans Road and Northeast First Avenue. The suspect, a convicted felon, got out of his vehicle and approached the patrol car before fleeing the scene after removing a gun from his wrecked rental car.
K9 Woedon, Deputy Metroka's partner, exited the vehicle and chased the suspect before returning to stay with him until rescue crews arrived. The suspect was captured a short time later and was charged with manslaughter, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, driving with a suspended license and other charges. He was sentenced to 30 years in prison.
Deputy Metroka had served with the agency for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, mother, and sister.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Saturday, November 29, 1997
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Sentenced to 30 years
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