Danbury Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Thursday, November 11, 1976
Add to My HeroesSteven D. Michalko
Officer Michalko died after being overtaken by carbon monoxide gas while sitting in a parked patrol car.
Officer Michalko had served with the agency for 1 year. He was survived by his wife, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Exposure to toxins
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Michalko, it has been 48 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 1 year of law enforcement service to the citizens of Danbury.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall Georges Mills, NH
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