Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Friday, November 25, 1977
Add to My HeroesDidier M. Hurdle
Deputy Sheriff Didier Hurdle was shot and killed after stopping suspected gang members at the intersection of Knopf Street and Oleander Avenue.
When Deputy Hurdle and a cadet trainee stopped the suspect’s car, the suspect exited and opened fire. The cadet was wounded in the leg but was able to return fire. Deputy Hurdle was shot and killed.
One of the suspects was also wounded during the shootout. Responding deputies were able to follow the suspects' blood trail. They were apprehended and charged with the murder of a police officer and possession of PCP.
Deputy Hurdle had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for 8-1/2 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 8 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 35 ReflectionsCaltrans finally put up signs along the 105 Freeway in Willowbrook and Lynwood honoring Deputy Hurdle and his ultimate sacrifice. I pass by them weekly. The spirit in him lives forever.
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