Sergeant David Ward Mack

Sergeant David Ward Mack | Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota
Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota
Sergeant David Ward Mack

Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota

End of Watch Sunday, November 2, 1986

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David Ward Mack

Sergeant Mack succumbed to a gunshot wound received while serving a warrant at a house on Pillsbury Avenue South on December 13, 1979. Although the officers identified themselves several times the suspect claimed he shot in self defense. Sergeant Mack was struck several times. He remained in a coma for two years before emerging from it. He remained a quadriplegic until his death seven years after the incident as a result of infections related to the wounds. The suspect was never charged with the murder.
Officer Mack was survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

  • Age 43
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, December 13, 1979
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender No charges filed
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I used to work as a PCA for David at the Home he was placed in. I'm glad he's a peace he was a wonderful person

Lori Olson
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April 2, 2024

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