Colleyville Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, September 12, 1980
Add to My HeroesDennis Edward Harrell
Reserve Officer Dennis Harrell was killed in an automobile crash while making a U-turn to assist a disabled motorist on Highway 26 near Tinker Road.
As he made the turn his patrol car was struck on the driver's side door by a station wagon. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Reserve Officer Harrell was survived by his wife and children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour Not available
- Badge 132
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsToday, we remember and honor the only Colleyville Police Officer killed in the line of duty, Reserve Officer Dennis E. Harrell. Officer Harrell #132 died in a tragic car accident on September 12, 1980. We are flying our flags at half-mast today in his honor.
Dennis is missed daily by his wife, daughter and son. He is also missed by the men and women of his blue family - the Colleyville Police Department.
Thank you for your sacrifice. We will never forget.
Rest in Peace!
Michael C. MillerChief of PoliceColleyville Police Department (Texas)
September 12, 2018
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