Barnstable Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, October 17, 1984
Add to My HeroesEdward Thomas Richard Landers
Patrol Officer Edward Landers suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a subject at the scene of a domestic violence call.
The man resisted, and a struggle ensued as Officer Landers attempted to arrest him. Officer Landers collapsed while placing the man into handcuffs. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Officer Landers was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Barnstable Police Department for 24 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 24 years
- Badge 12
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Landers,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
October 17, 2024
