Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, February 13, 2021
Add to My HeroesMitchell Aaron Penton
Police Officer Mitchell Penton was struck and killed by a vehicle operated by an intoxicated driver at about 1:45 am.
He was working at the scene of a vehicle collision in the northbound lanes of the North Central Expressway at Walnut Hill Lane. He was securing traffic with the emergency lights from his patrol car when a vehicle driven by an intoxicated driver, traveling at a high rate of speed, hit the back of his patrol car. The collision pushed the patrol car into Officer Penton.
Officer Penton was transported to Baylor University Medical Center when he died from his injuries.
The driver of the vehicle that struck Officer Penton was arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter of a police officer and intoxication assault. In 2023, he was found guilty and sentenced to 30 years.
Officer Penton had served with the Dallas Police Department for two years and was assigned to the Northeast Patrol Division. He is survived by his expectant wife and stepson.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 11654
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 30 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 146 ReflectionsToday marks 4 years you haven’t been with us. We miss you so much, your smile and laugh were contagious, your love for family was strong and known by all. Grief is love with no where to go, and it’s unbearable. But today, we spent another day, where your earthly body lays…your friends, classmates, fellow officers, family all shared their love for you with us. Even an extra special nod was made in the sky by Air 1. We raised an incredible son, who we try to make proud daily. Love you Mitchell, I will never forget and will share your story till I no longer breath. Love mom
Kathy Penton
February 14, 2025