Russell Allen Herrick served in the U.S. Army for 1 year and 4 months. Russell served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
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.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Patrolman Herrick gave the Burton Police Department 2 years.
Thank you for your service to the Burton community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Patrolman Herrick.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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