Dearborn Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Monday, October 3, 2005
Add to My HeroesDale Francis Bernock
Commander Dale Bernock suffered a fatal heart attack while participating in a physical fitness exam at Crowley Park. Other officers present noticed that he was having trouble breathing, and then he collapsed. The officers immediately began CPR. He was transported to Oakwood Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Commander Bernock had served with the Dearborn Police Department for 22 years, and commanded the Investigations Division. He is survived by his wife, son, and parents.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 23 years
- Badge 244
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
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