Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, April 10, 1987
Maria Michelle Groves
Officer Maria Groves was struck and killed by a drunk driver while she was setting out a flare pattern at the scene of an accident on I-10.
The driver of the vehicle was arrested at the scene.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 4292
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsOfficer Groves, I only knew her by “Groves” and still to this day remember her cheerful nature. It has taken me years to overcome her loss and the loss of other officers while I was with HPD. I refused to cover my badge the days following her death. I couldn’t force myself to accept that she was gone. She is still fondly remembered and those thoughts are cherished.
Good by Michelle, you are not forgotten.
Ron Ball, HPD
HPD, co-worker
September 8, 2018
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