Traffic Officer Harlend G. Orsburne, Dane County Traffic Police, Wisconsin

Traffic Officer Harlend G. Orsburne

Dane County Traffic Police, Wisconsin

End of Watch Tuesday, July 24, 1979

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Harlend G. Orsburne

Officer Orsburne was killed when his patrol car was rammed by a car during a vehicle pursuit. He was assisting state patrol officers in the pursuit of a stolen vehicle when the vehicle intentionally rammed the patrol car. The suspect fled on foot but was later apprehended and sentenced to five years in connection with Officer Orsburne's death.

Officer Orsburne was survived by his two daughters.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 8 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile
Offender Sentenced to five years

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Today marks the 45-year anniversary since we lost Dane County Traffic Officer Harlend "Ozzie" Osbourne. You will always be on our minds and in our hearts at the Dane County Sheriff's Office. Today we will honor your family with your plaque and badge. The same plaque that is hanging in our lobby in your honor. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest Well Peacekeeper.

Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God.

Sheriff Kalvin D. Barrett
Dane County Sheriff's Office

May 9, 2025