Patrolman Kenneth P. Stiverson

Patrolman Kenneth P. Stiverson | Fort Wayne Police Department, Indiana
Fort Wayne Police Department, Indiana
Patrolman Kenneth P. Stiverson

Fort Wayne Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Thursday, July 17, 1969

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Kenneth P. Stiverson

Patrolman Kenneth Stiverson was shot and killed while attempting to negotiate with an escaped mental patient who had hijacked a bus.

He was sitting in the passenger seat of the cruiser and his partner was providing cover during the incident. The suspect opened fire, fatally wounding Patrolman Stiverson in the chest and shooting his partner five times, wounding him. The partner was able to return fire and kill the suspect.

Patrolman Stiverson had served with the Fort Wayne Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter and five sons.

In memory of his service, Patrolman Stiverson's badge number, 154, was adopted by the Fort Wayne Police Department and Allen County Sheriff's Department as their radio call sign for officer needs assistance.

Bio

  • Age 36
  • Tour 14 years
  • Badge 154

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed

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I never knew you, but you worked with my dad in dispatch until you transitioned to the PD. Growing up, I was friends with your partner's twin boys, so I know all about that morning. God Bless you and keep your family safe.

Sergeant Brian Burton FWPD {Retired}
Fort Wayne Police Department

March 11, 2024

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