Daniel McCartney - Deputy Sheriff Fatality - Washington

Daniel McCartney

Deputy Sheriff Daniel McCartney, age 34, died in the line of duty on January 8, 2018, at a hospital in Tacoma, Washington. 

Deputy Sheriff McCartney was a member of the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. He had 3 years of service with the Department. He had previously served with the Hoquiam Police Department for 6 years. 

On January 7, 2018, before midnight, Daniel responded to a home invasion (intruder) call at a location in Frederickson. He was the first officer on scene and ran after one of the suspects. 

That man opened fire, striking Daniel. 

Daniel was rushed to a hospital in Tacoma where, tragically, he succumbed to his injuries, on January 8, 2018.  

The shooter fled the scene and as of this posting, is still at large. A second robbery suspect was found dead at the scene. 

If you have any information, please call the Sheriff's Department at 855-798-8477.

Daniel was a decorated U.S. Navy veteran. 

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is in mourning over the death of their brother.

Michael, Patron Saint of the Police, pray for Daniel
and for those who have lost him.

Daniel is described as a good, solid, stalwart man. Daniel was a valued asset to the Department. He was one of the good guys. He will be forever remembered.

Daniel's loved ones are devastated over his sudden and tragic death. He was greatly loved. He did his best. He will be forever mourned.

Daniel is survived by many loving comrades, friends and family members including his wife and three sons.

Thank you for your service to America and to the community, Daniel. 

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Pray for justice for Daniel.

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

God save us from the psychopaths and the thieves. They are killing us, Father. Amen.

Pray that Daniel is in Heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.