Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Thursday, May 4, 1967
Add to My HeroesJohn J. Hartenstein
Officer John Hartenstein was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on by another vehicle on West Fort Street.
Officer Hartenstein had served with the agency for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsIt's been nearly fifty years. And I still remember us going to dulys for Coney Island hot dogs.
Henry chantre
Good friend
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