Benton Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Add to My HeroesJames Michael Lett
Detective Mike Lett succumbed to critical injuries he received in a vehicle crash on October 28, 2023.
At 11:00 a.m., Detective Lett hydroplaned on Interstate 430 while responding to a service-to-assist with the Benton Police Department's Drug Take Back Program and struck a guardrail. He was transported to Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, where he died from his injuries.
Detective Lett was a United States Air Force veteran and had served in law enforcement for over 30 years, serving with the Benton Police Department, Saline County Sheriff's Department, Pulaski County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas Attorney General's Office, Maumelle Police Department, and the Salt Lake City (Utah) Police Department. He is survived by his four daughters, a son, two sisters, adopted parents, and two grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour 30 years
- Badge 2725
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Saturday, October 28, 2023
Most Recent Reflection
View all 72 ReflectionsDet. Lett,
On today, the 1st 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. Air Force. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
November 8, 2024
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