United States Department of the Interior - United States Park Police, U.S. Government
End of Watch Friday, December 16, 2011
Add to My HeroesMichael Andrew Boehm
Sergeant Michael Boehm suffered a fatal heart attack while responding to a call involving a person who had jumped from the Key Bridge in Washington, DC. The person was found critically injured on the C&O Canal towpath underneath the bridge near 34th Street.
Sergeant Boehm collapsed moments after responding to the scene. He was immediately transported to Georgetown University Hospital where he passed away. The person who jumped from the bridge also died.
Sergeant Boehm was a U.S. Army veteran and had served with the United States Park Police for 19 years. He is survived by his wife, son, and parents.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 19 years
- Badge 892
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location District of Columbia
Most Recent Reflection
View all 263 ReflectionsI worked with Mike at Central District then again at the Rock Creek Park District. He was a hard worker, friendly & also willing to help other officers as well as the public. Mike will be greatly missed. RIP Mike
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