Summerville Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, October 26, 2014
Add to My HeroesRobert Blajszczak
Patrolman Robert Blajszczak died six days after suffering a heart attack while conducting a traffic stop on the 600 block of Main Street.
During the stop, he began to suffer a medical emergency. A passing officer saw Patrolman Blajszczak in distress and immediately radioed for assistance. He was transported to a local hospital where he remained until passing away.
Patrolman Blajszczak had served with the Summerville Police Department for seven years and was assigned to the Traffic Division. He had previously served with the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, Moncks Corner Police Department, and Edisto Beach Police Department. He is survived by his son, parents, long-term partner, three stepchildren, two sisters, and three stepbrothers.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 17 years
- Badge L91
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Incident Date Monday, October 20, 2014
Most Recent Reflection
View all 110 ReflectionsOn the 10th anniversary of your passing I don’t miss you any less than day one. I still expect to see you come through the door with that big grin on your face and I think of you each and every day. I miss you still. The hurt in my heart is still so unbearable. Give Abbie and Skip a big hug for me.I will attend my ninth Ride of Hope this May honoring you making sure that you are never forgotten. All my love, mom.
Cheryl Erckert
Mother
February 15, 2025
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