Harlend G. Orsburne served in the U.S. Air Force for 3 years and 2 months. Harlend served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Officer Orsburne was killed when his patrol car was rammed by a car during a vehicle pursuit. He was assisting state patrol officers in the pursuit of a stolen vehicle when the vehicle intentionally rammed the patrol car. The suspect fled on foot but was later apprehended and sentenced to five years in connection with Officer Orsburne's death.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Traffic Officer Orsburne gave the Dane County Traffic Police 8 years.
Thank you for your service to the Madison community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Traffic Officer Orsburne.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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