Beaumont Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, September 16, 2004
Add to My HeroesJames Michael Lane
Sergeant Mike Lane was killed when the department helicopter he was riding in crashed.
Sergeant Lane and a deputy from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office were investigating reports of a fire. At approximately 10:30 pm, the helicopter crashed into Sabine Lake about five miles east of the Rainbow Bridge and 2-1/2 miles south of Stewts Island.
The deputy survived the crash and was able to swim to safety, however, Sergeant Lane suffered fatal injuries as a result of the impact.
Sergeant Lane had served with the Beaumont Police Department for 32 years. He is survived by his wife, son, parents, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 32 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
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