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Walter Dacyczyn
1976
Walter Roger Dacyczyn. Walter served in the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Motor vehicle
What Happened
Police Officer Walter Dacyczyn was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a stranded motorist on Route 5 at approximately 1:45 am. Officer Dacyczyn was a veteran of the Korean War and had served with the Deerfield Police Department for 12 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, two sons, mother, and six siblings.
Service Record
1951 – 1957
Conflicts
Korean War
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Deerfield Police Department
Police Officer
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Record added
August 2, 2026
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