Reserve Police Officer James Michael Buffum
Topeka Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Saturday, September 13, 1975
Add to My HeroesJames Michael Buffum
Reserve Police Officer James Buffum suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after struggling with a subject he had just arrested for disorderly conduct.
The man slammed Officer Buffum against a wall during the struggle. Officer Buffum was able to subdue the subject and place him in custody. He suddenly collapsed as he completed paperwork.
Officer Buffum had served with the Topeka Police Department for two years.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
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View all 3 ReflectionsRest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
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Delaware State Police (Retired)
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