Sault Ste. Marie Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, November 7, 2004
Add to My HeroesJohn Raymond Weir
Detective John Weir succumbed to a stab wound sustained 14 years earlier.
He had responded to a call that involved a mentally ill man who had threatened people with a knife. While he attempted to deal with the subject, Detective Weir was stabbed in the eye.
He remained in a coma for several months. After coming out of the coma, Detective Weir remained partially paralyzed, brain damaged, and blind until his death.
Detective Weir had served with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Department for 19 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 19 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Incident Date Sunday, September 23, 1990
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 102 ReflectionsJohn was the one of the best people I have ever known. He was my brother, and I still miss him every day.
He was the most giving person and I was so blessed to have him in my life. Till we meet again, John. I love you.
Patty
Patty Weir Allison
Sister of John
May 10, 2018
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