The engine of the vehicle was left running” for an extended period of time. The patrol unit was backed to a chain link fence which was covered by a high growth of weeds.Ģ. Results of these tests pointed to three factors, which in the opinion of the experts, caused the high carbon monoxide level:ġ. ” Extensive tests were made using the same automobile in an effort to ascertain exactly what caused carbon monoxide, in amounts sufficient to cause a fatality, to accumulate in the passenger area. While on the scene Officer Martin checked Officer Sherman’s vital signs and could find none. Officer Martin broke the right front window and pulled Officer Sherman from the vehicle. After attempting to arouse the officer by beating on the windows. “The car was butted against a chain link fence with a deep undergrowth (of weeds).
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on the rear lot with the motor running and all of the windows rolled up tight. Gooden, working 812 car, responded to the rear of Edgewood Elementary School. The following excerpts from investigative reports shed light on what caused the officer to succumb to carbon monoxide poisoning: “At about 0718 hours this date, Officer Gary Martin and Officer R. Officer Sherman, 28, a 5 year veteran of the Baltimore Police Department was found unconscious in his patrol car by two fellow officers who were on routine patrol. a unique and tragic set of circumstances. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Septemfor Southwestern District Officer Edward S.
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