Fallen Officers
Since the establishment of the Anchorage Police Department, 10 officers have died in the line of duty.
| Officer | Date of Death | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chief of Police John J. Sturgus |
|
Gunfire |
| Chief of Police Harry C. Kavanaugh |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer Benjamin Franklin Strong |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer William G. Pfalmer Jr. |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer Johnathan Paul Flora |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer Harry Edward Kier |
|
Automobile accident |
| Patrol Officer Harry Biddington Hanson Jr. |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer Louie Gordon Mizelle |
|
Gunfire |
| Senior Patrol Officer Dan Richard Seely |
|
Gunfire |
| Patrol Officer Justin Todd Wollam |
|
Vehicular assault |
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