Montgomery County Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Tuesday, August 24, 1993
Add to My HeroesMark M. Filer
Police Officer Mark Filer died from injuries sustained in a vehicle crash one week before.
His cruiser was struck head-on by a pickup truck that was trying to make a left at the intersection of Ridge Road and Hawkes Road in Damascus.
Officer Filer had served with the Montgomery County Police Department for seven years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Tuesday, August 17, 1993
Most Recent Reflection
View all 98 ReflectionsI'm truly sorry for the loss of Police Officer Mark M. Filer III. He gave his life to serve and protect and will always be honored and forever remembered. He's now in heaven with all the other fallen angels.
Thank you, Police Officer Kyle Olinger, for all you did, Forever Rest in Peace!
Rachel Blitz
Thankful Citizen
September 2, 2023
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