Sumpter Township Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, July 28, 1985
Add to My HeroesRoy Lee Graham
Patrolman Graham was killed when his patrol car was struck by a drunk driver. A Van Buren Township police officer had stopped a vehicle for drunk driving. During the arrest a second drunk driver struck the Van Buren officer's patrol car. At 0200 hours Sumpter Township officers responded to assist at the scene of this accident and while there, a third drunk driver struck the patrol car Patrolman Graham and his partner were in. Both officers were transported to a local hospital where Patrolman Graham succumbed to his injuries. The drunk driver who struck Patrolman Graham was charged with drunk driving, causing an accident, and manslaughter.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Graham,
On today, the 33rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Sumpter Township. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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