Patrolman Russell Allen Herrick, Burton Police Department, Michigan

Patrolman Russell Allen Herrick

Burton Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Thursday, May 8, 1980

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Russell Allen Herrick

Patrolman Russell Herrick was shot and killed as he and his partner responded to a holdup alarm at a store on Davison Road.

As the officers approached the front of the store Patrolman Herrick was struck in the back by a shot from a high-powered rifle. His partner was shot in both arms but survived.

Two suspects were arrested and charged with first-degree murder and assault with intent to murder. They were convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

Patrolman Herrick had served with the Burton Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle
Offender Sentenced to life

alarm, robbery

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I was introduced to Rusty and his wife at the sheriff of Genesee County’s birthday party by my Dad, Deputy James Williams just days before his death. Today 7/26/25 I went to Washington DC and visited the Fallen Offices Memorial. Found your name. As a daughter of a former deputy, a sister of a police officer, and now a mother of current Sheriffs Deputy you and your families sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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July 26, 2025