Glendale Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Friday, October 28, 1994
Add to My HeroesRonald Ennis Hedbany
Patrolman Ronald Hedbany was shot and killed after responding to a bank alarm and encountered one of the suspects on foot.
As Patrolman Hedbany rounded a corner in his cruiser just outside of the city limits in Milwaukee, he was ambushed. Although the officer wore a vest, the shots entered his neck area. He was pronounced dead on his way to the hospital.
The suspect was apprehended months later and convicted of murder.
Patrolman Hedbany had served with the Glendale Police Department for 12 years. He is survived by his twin brother.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 770
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Convicted of murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsNever Forgotten. Thoughts are with Officer Hedbany's brother and family as we respectfully remember his life and dedicated service.
Survivor G. Birkholz
Mother of Officer Craig Birkholz EOW 3/20/2011
October 4, 2017
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