Oakland County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch Thursday, November 23, 2017
Add to My HeroesEric Brian Overall
Deputy Sheriff Eric Overall was struck and killed by a suspect vehicle as he attempted to deploy stop sticks at approximately 12:30 am.
Officers began pursuing the vehicle in the parking lot of the Lapeer County Jail after the man made threats against law enforcement. The pursuit traveled into Oakland County on I-69, where the vehicle exited on M-15. Deputy Overall had deployed stop sticks and had taken up a position well off the roadway.
The driver of the vehicle intentionally drove off of the roadway and struck Deputy Overall. Pursuing officers immediately took the man into custody.
Deputy Overall had served with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office for 22 years.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 22 years
- Badge 664
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 176 ReflectionsJohn 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
August 30, 2018
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