Police Officer Daniel J. Greer

Police Officer Daniel J. Greer | Nassau County Police Department, New York
Nassau County Police Department, New York
Police Officer Daniel J. Greer

Nassau County Police Department, New York

End of Watch Sunday, December 16, 1979

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Daniel J. Greer

Officer Greer was struck by a drunk driver and killed while talking with a motorist he had pulled over on the Long Island Expressway in Plainview, New York. The 23-year-old driver drug him more than 150 feet before fleeing and also hit the car he had pulled over injuring a registered nurse who comforted Officer Greer as he died. The driver of the vehicle was located with the help of CB radio users who were in the area.

The subject was charged with hit and run, manslaughter, vehicular homicide, and DWI. He was released after posting a $5,000 bond.

Officer Greer was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart. He had been with the agency for 13 years and was survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters.

Bio

  • Age 44
  • Tour 13 years
  • Badge 1247

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
  • Offender Apprehended
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I remember Officer Greer by his photo. I pray God rest his soul and watch over his family.

Retired Det.Sgt. Louis J. Savini
Second Squad NCPD

December 16, 2020

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