Sterling Heights Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Thursday, December 2, 1971
Add to My HeroesLeroy Hugh Imus
Police Officer Leroy Imus was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while he was on a traffic stop on the Van Dyke Bypass south of 19 MIle Road at 1:00 am.
The 30-year-old driver of the vehicle turned himself in 18 hours later and was charged with manslaughter.
Officer Imus was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Sterling Heights Police Department for five years. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 21
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsOfficer Imus,
We have never met but your life has impacted us all in Sterling Heights. We continue to honor your name with parks and highways. May you rest in peace.
anonymous
resident of sterling heights
January 29, 2025
