Officer Gerald Leach

Officer Gerald Leach

Flint Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Saturday, September 21, 1940

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Gerald Leach

Officer Leach was struck and killed by a tractor trailer while directing traffic at the intersection of South Saginaw and 2nd Street. The truck was carrying a 5-ton steam roller. As Officer Leach stepped back he stepped into the path of the rear wheels of the vehicle and was crushed.

Officer Leach had served with the Flint Police Department for 11 years and was survived by his wife and five children.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 11 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle

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Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 21, 2020

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