Deputy Sheriff Paul Lee Mickel, Wayne County Sheriff's Department, Michigan

Deputy Sheriff Paul Lee Mickel

Wayne County Sheriff's Department, Michigan

End of Watch Sunday, November 18, 1973

Paul Lee Mickel

Deputy Paul Mickel was shot and killed with his own service revolver by a suspect who had refused to pay for his meal.

The manager of the restaurant knew that Deputy Mickel was a deputy and asked him to intervene when the man began to argue with him. As Deputy Mickel waited for backup officers to arrive, the suspect began to struggle with him. The man gained control of Deputy Mickel's service weapon and shot him.

The suspect who shot Deputy Mickel was sentenced to life in prison. An accomplice was convicted of manslaughter and served 10 years in prison.

Deputy Mickel was single and had served with the Wayne County Sheriff's Department for 5 years.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Sentenced to life

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NOT FORGOTTEN
I met Paul when he was a resident dorm advisor at the University of Wyoming. He was a good leader and person.
Currently I am assisting an area city to find a new Police Chief. During this assignment, I have often thought of him. I want to acknowledge that he is not forgotten.

Jim Nuse
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September 8, 2015