Police Officer Paul Lazinsky

Police Officer Paul Lazinsky

El Mirage Police Department, Arizona

End of Watch Tuesday, December 12, 2017

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Paul Lazinsky

Police Officer Paul Lazinsky suffered a fatal heart attack while involved in a foot pursuit of a wanted juvenile in the area of Grand Avenue and Greenway Road.

Officer Lazinsky suffered a medical emergency and collapsed during the pursuit. Other officers immediately provided medical aid but he passed away a short time later. The subject he was chasing was apprehended.

Officer Lazinsky was a U.S. Army veteran of 23 years and served with the El Mirage Police Department for 17 years. He is survived by his wife, three children, four grandchildren, his mother, and two siblings.

Bio

  • Age 58
  • Tour 17 years
  • Badge 3227
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Heart attack

foot pursuit, juvenile offender

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Officer Lazinsky,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 12, 2022

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