Trooper Kimberly Ann Hurd, Florida Highway Patrol, Florida

Trooper Kimberly Ann Hurd

Florida Highway Patrol, Florida

End of Watch Thursday, July 16, 1992

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Kimberly Ann Hurd

Trooper Kimberly Hurd was struck and killed by a drunk driver while talking with the driver of another car she had stopped on I-95 near Sample Road in Broward County.

The drunk driver who struck Trooper Hurd, a retired police officer, fled the scene, but a woman and her daughter who were behind him got his license number. He was later apprehended at his home.

The 51-year-old driver was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 5 years.

Trooper Hurd had served with the Florida Highway Patrol for six years. She was known as the "Queen of DUI arrests." In the previous three years, she had made 409 DUI arrests, more than any other Broward County officer. She was survived by her husband, parents, and two sisters.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 6 years
Badge 1158

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 5 years

Impaired Driver, traffic stop

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Trooper Hurd, I can tell you had a great passion for DUI enforcement. As a fellow LEO, I have zero tolerance for DUI drivers and you continue to inspire to this day. Your service and sacrifice to the State of Florida will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Trooper.

We have the watch, may you Rest in Peace.

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August 22, 2024