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Douglas A. Shertzer Sr.
- May. 11, 2004 -
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Resided: |
PA, USA
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Born: | Unk |
Fallen: | May. 11, 2004 |
Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 45 yrs. of age |
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Dept: | Lititz Borough Police Dept.
PA
USA |
Dept. Type: | Municipal/Police |
Hero's Rank: | Chief of Police |
Sworn Date: | Unk |
FBI Class: | Crash |
Weapon Class: | Vehicle |
Badge: | 25101 |
On The Job: |
23 years
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Fatal Incident Summary
Offender: |
No Info
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Location: |
PA
USA
Tue. May. 11, 2004
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Summary: |
Chief Shertzer was killed in a motorcycle accident while on duty. He was driving the department's motorcycle through East Hempfield Township when an oncoming car made a left turn in front of him, causing a collision. He was transported to Lancaster General Hospital where he died a short time later while undergoing surgery.
He had completed a police motorcycle training course earlier in the month, and was driving the department's new motorcycle.
Chief Shertzer had served as chief of the 14-person Lititz Borough Police Department for 10 years, and had served with the agency for a total of 23 years. He is survived by his wife, three children, and four grandchildren.
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Last Updated: May. 29, 2019 |
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