Forest Park Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, June 9, 2001
Add to My HeroesCharles Leon McDonald
Police Officer Charles McDonald suffered from over-exertion during a training exercise for a regional SWAT team.
He was trying out for the Hamilton County Police Association's SWAT team when he began experiencing chest pains. During the training he over-exerted himself and a toxic chemical was released into his bloodstream which combined with a current medical condition. He was transported to a local hospital where he lapsed into a coma before succumbing to his condition the next day.
Officer McDonald had served with the Forest Park Police Department for six years. He is survived by his 11-year-old son, fiancee, parents, and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Friday, June 8, 2001
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