Somerset County Sheriff's Office, Maine
End of Watch Friday, November 26, 1965
Add to My HeroesDale A. MacDonald
Deputy Sheriff Dale MacDonald was killed in a vehicle crash during a pursuit on Route 23 of a suspect wanted on several warrants.
He was ejected from his patrol car as it overturned during the pursuit.
Deputy MacDonald had served with the Somerset County Sheriff's Office for three years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff MacDonald, it has been 59 years since you were taken from us. Northern New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 3 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Somerset County.
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