Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, June 19, 1987
Richard L. Fortin
Officer Richard Fortin drowned while attempting to rescue four people from a boat that had capsized.
Officer Fortin had been with the agency for 23 years and was survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, and mother.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 23 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsRIP sir. Your courage is not forgotten. God bless you and your family. Watch over us
Future Detroit PO Ali .
Dearborn, MI
August 17, 2015
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