Melvindale Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Monday, January 3, 1955
Add to My HeroesCashel L. Furgerson
Sergeant Furgerson was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsHis widow had to sue the city for her family's loss. She was awarded a financial settlement. I like to believe that this potential financial liability led to safer uniforms for officers all over.
Robert M. Furgerson
son
June 24, 2014
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