Gallatin Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Friday, April 12, 1985
Add to My HeroesSteven Harold Downing
Officer Steven Downing suffered a fatal heart attack while attempting to rescue the occupants of a capsized boat in Old Hickory Lake.
Officer Downing was off duty doing yard work when a fellow officer drove by and asked for his assistance in the rescue. Despite Officer Downing's heart attack, the occupants of the boat were successfully rescued.
Officer Downing had served with the Gallatin Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and a grandson.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Downing,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Gallatin. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 12, 2025
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