Officer Michael J. Dunman
Killed in the Line of Duty July 17, 2000
Dunman was on afternoon bike patrol at this location when a vehicle jumped the curb and struck him from behind. The 30-year-old officer suffered massive head injuries and died shortly after arriving at the hospital.
Following an investigation, the suspect was charged with negligent homicide. An earlier drug charge was also reactivated. Regardless, he secured bail and subsequently fled the country.
Officer Dunman was married and the father of three children. He is buried in the Bountiful City Cemetery.
The memorial is located outside Piper Down, at 1492 S State Street in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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