Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, December 24, 1995
Add to My HeroesDawn Suzanne Erickson
Officer Erickson was struck by a vehicle and killed while directing traffic at a local church's Christmas service. The driver of the vehicle was never charged as a result of her death.
Officer Erickson had served with the Houston Police Department for 18 months and was assigned to the South Central Patrol Division. She is survived by her parents, brother, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 52 ReflectionsI think of you, my classmate and my friend, often - but especially on this day, every year - and I weep. You are loved and missed, Dawn.
A classmate
HPD Class 160
December 24, 2019
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