Westminster Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, January 29, 2004
Add to My HeroesSteven Phillips
Police Officer Steven Phillips was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Trask Avenue and Jackson Street in Westminister.
The incident occurred when the driver of another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign while turning onto Trask Avenue. Officer Phillips' motorcycle struck the driver's side door of the other vehicle. He was transported to a hospital in Huntington Beach where he died one hour later as a result of his injuries. The driver of the car also died as a result of his injuries.
Officer Phillips was a United States Air Force veteran and had served with the Westminster Police Department for 18 years. He is survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 18 years
- Badge 41
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 150 ReflectionsOfficer Phillips,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Air Force. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 29, 2024
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