Austin Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, June 2, 1995
Add to My HeroesDrew Alan Bolin
Police Officer Drew Bolin was killed when he was struck by a drunk driver.
He was walking towards his cruiser on I-35 when the drunk driver, with a .16 BAC, struck him after driving through a line of flares and around his cruiser.
The 23-year-old driver was convicted in 1997 of intoxicated manslaughter and sentenced to 5 years. In 2000, the Texas Parole Board denied her parole.
Police Officer Bolin served with the Austin Police Department for five months. He is survived by his parents and fiancée.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 5 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 5 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsCan’t believe we are coming up on 28 years since you were killed! That night still seems clear in my memories. I just retired and think about how it would’ve been having you continue your career with the rest of us from the 85th. You are missed and thought of frequently Brother!
Detective Duane Williams
Austin PD (retired)
May 31, 2023
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