Minneapolis Park Police Department, Minnesota
End of Watch Friday, November 9, 2007
Add to My HeroesMark Bedard
Police Officer Mark Bedard succumbed to injuries sustained nine days earlier when he was struck by a patrol car while involved in a foot pursuit.
He and officers from the Minneapolis Police Department had pursued the driver in their vehicles and then on foot after the suspect bailed out. He was then struck as he pursued the suspect into an alley between Irving Avenue North and James Avenues North.
Officer Bedard had served with the Minneapolis Park Police Department for 12 years. He is survived by his wife and young child.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 30203
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Thursday, November 1, 2007
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 281 ReflectionsI rode a horse today. First time in 12 years. I used to work with Mark in the Mounted Unit at the Park Police.
Even though we had our differences we were still Brothers in Blue.
May you rest in Pease Brother.
SPM. #30223
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Minneapolis Park Police
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