DeLand Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, February 17, 1942
Add to My HeroesElmer L. Michael
Patrolman Michael suffered a fatal heart attack during a struggle with a suspect. The suspect struck him in the chest, causing an injury to his heart.
He was transported to a local hospital where he died the following day.
Patrolman Michael was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Monday, February 16, 1942
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Michael.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 17, 2020
Recent LODD Deaths
Deputy Sheriff Tim Jordan
Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office, LA
EOW: January 21, 2026
Agent Aníbal Morales Aponte
Puerto Rico Police Department, PR
EOW: January 13, 2026
Zone Sergeant Steven W. Greene
New York State Police, NY
EOW: October 24, 2025
Sergeant Frederick W. Scheidt, Jr.
New York State Police, NY
EOW: August 13, 2025
Trooper Mark A. Ondus
New York State Police, NY
EOW: October 19, 2025
Police Officer Elijah Garretson
Copperas Cove Police Department, TX
EOW: January 11, 2026
Master Police Officer Donald Richard Gotthardt, Jr.
Fairfax County Police Department, VA
EOW: October 16, 2025
Police Officer Terry L. Bennett
Metropolitan Police Department, DC
EOW: January 7, 2026
Police Officer Stephen LaPorta
Uxbridge Police Department, MA
EOW: January 7, 2026

