U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
David Lake
1971
David John Lake served the U.S. Marine Corps.
How He Died
Manner
Natural
Cause
Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened
Chief David Lake suffered a fatal heart attack while in a foot pursuit of an escaped prisoner. The suspect was later apprehended and sentenced to 4 months in jail. Chief Lake had served with the Ocean Grove Police Department for 16 years and had previously served with the United States Marine Corps in World War II.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
Also Served
Ocean Grove Police Department
Chief of Police
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