Monroe County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, May 3, 1998
Add to My HeroesMichael John Alexander
Deputy Sheriff Michael Alexander was killed when his cruiser was struck by a tractor trailer on the Overseas Highway at mile marker 90. Deputy Alexander was turning around, possibly in an attempt to stop a reported reckless driver, when he pulled in front of the tractor trailer and was struck. He was pronounced dead at the scene. He is survived by his wife and three young children.
Deputy Alexander had served with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office for less than one year and had previously served with the Metro-Dade Police Department for 16 years.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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