Union County Sheriff's Office, Oregon
End of Watch Wednesday, November 5, 1980
Add to My HeroesMichael Lynn Cheney
Deputy Cheney and Deputy Raymond Williams were killed when their patrol pickup was struck head-on by a drunk driver on Highway 82 near Elgin, Oregon. The drunk driver was also killed in the collision. The deputies were returning from a search and rescue mission when the incident occurred.
Deputy Cheney had only served with the department for 14 days and had previously served with the Douglas County Sheriff's Department. He was survived by his two daughters, parents, and siblings.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Killed in collision
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsHey, Mike, thought you might like to know that we are planning a ceremony to honor you and Ray next week by the commemorative stone which was placed in front of the office after your deaths. We are trying to locate kin to invite them. God bless, brother.
Capt. (ret.) Craig Ward
Union County Sheriff's Office
May 5, 2022
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