Detective Kevin Shumway Orr, Uintah County Sheriff's Office, Utah

Detective Kevin Shumway Orr

Uintah County Sheriff's Office, Utah

End of Watch Wednesday, November 22, 2006

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Kevin Shumway Orr

Detective Kevin Orr sustained fatal injuries when the helicopter he was riding in crashed into the Green River.

He was participating in a search for a missing woman whose burned-out car had been found several days earlier.

The helicopter struck a power line that was hanging across the river and then crashed into the water several feet from shore. Detective Orr was transported to LDS Hospital where he died a short time later. The civilian pilot suffered non-fatal injuries.

Detective Orr had served with the Uintah County Sheriff's Office for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 11 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident
Incident Date Tuesday, November 21, 2006

helicopter crash, aerial search

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Happy Anniversary my love. 30 years ago we were married and sealed for eternity. I think of you everyday and love you so much. Thank you for sending Jerry to me. I can’t believe how much he loves, honors and respects you. He is celebrating our anniversary with me today. I love you my sweet Kevin.

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