Arizona Department of Public Safety, Arizona
End of Watch Tuesday, October 20, 1987
Add to My HeroesBruce A. Petersen
Officer Bruce Petersen was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a speeding vehicle on State Route 61 near Concho, Arizona.
His patrol car struck another car in front of the Concho School, causing it to leave the roadway and strike a large tree.
Officer Petersen had served with the agency for 2.5 years. He was survived by his expectant wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 3536
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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