Lyndhurst Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, November 25, 1997
Add to My HeroesMichael W. Muzychenko
Sergeant Muzychenko died after suffering a fatal heart attack while attempting to handcuff an intoxicated female suspect. He working as shift supervisor when he went to the city jail to assist other officers who were having trouble with the individual. While physically restraining her he suffered the heart attack.
Sergeant Muzychenko had been with the agency for ten years and was survived by his wife and children.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 21 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Sergeant Michael W. Muzychenko of the Lyndhurst Police Department, Ohio and the additional 68 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
November 25, 2017
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