Cleveland Cop On Obama Detail Dies

A Cleveland Police officer assigned to President Barack Obama's protection detail suffered a medical emergency on duty and later died, the agency told POLICE Magazine.

Photo courtesy of Cleveland PD.Photo courtesy of Cleveland PD.

A Cleveland Police officer assigned to President Barack Obama's protection detail suffered a medical emergency on duty and later died, the agency told POLICE Magazine.

Officer Marcia Figueroa collapsed at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport after reporting for a protective detail for Air Force One and President Barack Obama during a campaign visit.

Officer Figueroa, a 14-year veteran, died Sunday at University Hospital. Flags are being flown at half-staff today in her honor.

"We are all truly saddened by her sudden passing," according to a department statement. "Marcia will be missed."

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