Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, December 16, 1992
Add to My HeroesDavid Charles Schmid
Officer David Schmid was killed when his police motorcycle collided with a car while reporting to his regular duty shift.
He had just completed a special night patrol shift due to an outbreak of violence in South Central Los Angeles. He was ejected from his motorcycle when a car turned left in front of him. He succumbed to his injuries eight hours later.
Officer Schmid was a U.S. Air Force veteran and had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for over eight years. He was survived by his expectant wife and parents.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 8 years, 6 months
- Badge 24558
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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