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Resided:
OH, USA
Born:
Unk
Fallen:
Jul. 01, 2005
Race/Sex:
Caucasian Male / 44 yrs. of age
Agency
Dept:
Plymouth Police Dept.
OH
USA
Dept. Type:
Municipal/Police
Hero's Rank:
Chief of Police
Sworn Date:
Unk
FBI Class:
Death - Natural
On The Job:
20 years
Bio: Not Available
Fatal Incident Summary
Offender:
No Info
Location:
OH
USA
Fri. Jul. 01, 2005
Summary:
Chief William Burkett suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after breaking up a fight involving three intoxicated subjects. He had responded from his home to an accident scene where he found the three arguing. He called for backup and then attempted to separate the three but was assaulted.
Responding officers arrived at the scene and assisted Chief Burkett take the subject into custody. After the arrest Chief Burkett returned home, where he passed away a short time later.
Chief Burkett had served with the agency for 20 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
