U.S. Air Force · United States 
David Schmid
1992
David Charles Schmid served the U.S. Air Force for 5 years. David also served in the U.S. Air Force.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Officer David Schmid was killed when his police motorcycle collided with a car while reporting to his regular duty shift. He had just completed a special night patrol shift due to an outbreak of violence in South Central Los Angeles. He was ejected from his motorcycle when a car turned left in front of him. He succumbed to his injuries eight hours later. Officer Schmid was a U.S. Air Force veteran and had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for over eight years.
Survivors
He was survived by his expectant wife and parents.
Service Record
U.S. Air Force
1978 – 1983
U.S. Air Force
Also Served
Los Angeles Police Department
Police Officer
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