Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Add to My HeroesDarren Maurice Weathers
Police Officer Darren Weathers was killed in a vehicle crash on Michigan Avenue, near Clark Avenue.
He was participating in a surveillance training exercise when his vehicle collided with another before striking a utility pole. Officer Weathers was transported to Henry Ford Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Weathers was a U.S. military veteran and had served with the Detroit Police Department for almost two years. During his time with the department, he pulled fellow Officer Jay Johnson to safety during a 2017 shoot out with a suspect as they responded to a domestic violence call.
Officer Weathers is survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 4644
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 209 ReflectionsFamily and Friends of Darren Weathers,
My name is SPO Ross, and I have been given the honor to have Darren Weathers as my silent partner. I personally admire Officer Weathers for his heroic attributes and the extra attention he gave the detroit youth. I aspire to continue such a legacy.
On the 7th anniversary of his homecoming, I send my love, admiration, and condolences to everyone Officer Weathers loved and touched throughout his time here.
SPO ROSS
Detroit Police Training Academy
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