Pierce County Sheriff's Department, Washington
End of Watch Monday, January 8, 2018
Add to My HeroesDaniel Alexander McCartney
Deputy Sheriff Daniel McCartney was shot and killed after responding to a burglary in progress near 45th Avenue Court East and 200th Street East, in Frederickson, at approximately 11:30 pm.
Deputy McCartney was the first officer on scene and became engaged in a foot pursuit of at least one subject. The man opened fire on Deputy McCartney during the foot pursuit, mortally wounding him. Deputy McCartney was transported to St. Joseph Medical Center where he passed away at approximately 2:00 am.
One subject was found dead at the scene. A second subject was arrested the following day after a massive manhunt. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole in August 2018.
Deputy McCartney was a U.S. Navy veteran. He had served with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department for three years and had previously served with the Hoquiam Police Department for six years. He is survived by his wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 484
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, January 7, 2018
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life without parole
Most Recent Reflection
View all 277 ReflectionsMy uncle was a great man. He was always down to put everybody else before himself. From as far back as I could remember, he was always everybody’s saving grace. he loved football and basketball, he was very good at both. He loved his wife and his kids. He was a very family oriented, faith oriented man. We miss him every day.
Kylie Wilson
Niece
December 15, 2023
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