Conway Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Friday, April 2, 1982
Add to My HeroesBarry Kent McDaniel
Patrolman Kent McDaniel was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assigned to a roadblock Highway 286 following a tornado.
He was standing in the roadway talking to a motorist when he was struck and thrown 147 feet. The drunk driver was fined $1,000 and had her license suspended for one year.
Patrolman McDaniel had served with the Conway Police Department for one year. He was survived by his parents.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 24
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman McDaniel.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
September 28, 2019
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