Johnstown Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, October 13, 2016
Add to My HeroesShawn Delbert Rager
Patrolman Shawn Rager suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after completing active shooter training with the Cambria County Specialized Emergency Response Team.
He and other members of the team were conducting live fire active shooter response scenarios, which included running and shooting in simulated conditions. He returned home after the training and collapsed a short time later.
Patrolman Rager had served with the Johnstown Police Department for 23 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 23 years
- Badge 117
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Incident Date Wednesday, October 12, 2016
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View all 8 ReflectionsRest in Peace Patrolman Rager. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Rager Family and the Johnston Police Department.
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