Santa Ana Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, November 12, 1977
Add to My HeroesDaniel Allan Hale
Officer Daniel Hale was shot and killed while searching the interior of a house after responding to a burglary in progress. Both of the suspects were shot and killed by other officers.
Officer Hale had been employed with the Santa Ana Police Department for ten years and is survived by his wife, two daughters, and a son.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 550
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Both shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 39 ReflectionsUncle Dan, Hard to believe its been 44 years.
Rob Esterly
Dan was my Uncle
November 20, 2021
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