Dearborn Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, August 2, 1974
Add to My HeroesLouis Arthur Hinkel
Lieutenant Louis Hinkel was shot and killed by a man armed with a rifle.
When Lieutenant Hinkel arrived at the scene he attempted to talk the man into dropping the rifle, but the man opened fire, killing him. The subject was taken into custody by other officers. He was convicted of Lieutenant Hinkel's murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Lieutenant Hinkel had served with the Dearborn Police Department for 27 years.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 27 years
- Badge LIEUTENANT
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Sentenced to life
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