Patrolman Edward H. Smerdel, Denver Police Department, Colorado

Patrolman Edward H. Smerdel

Denver Police Department, Colorado

End of Watch Sunday, July 16, 1961

Edward H. Smerdel

Patrolman Edward Smerdel was accidentally shot and killed while cleaning his service revolver at a police substation.

Patrolman Smerdel had served with the Denver Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and one child.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 12 years
Badge 773

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire (Accidental)

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Patrolman Smerdel,
On today, the 54th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Denver. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 16, 2015