Newberry Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Add to My HeroesMichael Wood
Lieutenant Mike Wood was killed in a vehicle crash at the intersection of Nance Street and Dixie Drive while responding to a call.
His patrol car collided with a tractor-trailer in the intersection.
Lieutenant Wood had served with the Newberry Police Department for 20 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 20 years
- Badge 308
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 76 ReflectionsLord God of unfailing love, to those families in our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a law enforcement family member, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer. In Christ Jesus, Your beloved Son, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.
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