San Francisco Police Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, September 10, 1974
Add to My HeroesMichael W. Herring
Officer Michael Herring was killed when he lost control of his three-wheel motorcycle while on heading to a traffic detail at Candlestick Park. Officer Herring lost control of his motorcycle and struck a concrete retaining wall and was thrown from his bike, over the wall and 40 feet to the ground below.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Herring,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Francisco. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish t extend my deepest sympathy.
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