Night Patrolman Otto Glissman was struck and killed by an intoxicated driver.

   He was attempting to flag down a vehicle for operating with only one headlight when he was struck by its bumper. Night Patrolman Glissman was thrown into the windshield where he suffered a skull fracture and died instantly.

   The driver and his six companions made statements they did not see the officer until it was too late to avoid hitting him.

   The 19-year-old driver, who was under the influence of alcohol, was charged with manslaughter but was later acquitted by a jury.

   Night Patrolman Glissman was survived by his wife, 11-year-old daughter, father, two brothers and six sisters.

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This officer has been approved as an eligible line of duty death by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and will be honored during Police Week 2025.