LVMPD(@LVMPD):End of Watch: Officer David VanBuskirk July 23, 2013 Officer David VanBuskirk joined LVMPD on October 6, 1999, serving in Patrol and Narcotics before joining the Search and Rescue Section in 2007. A Southern Nevada native, VanBuskirk was a loyal friend, devoted mentor, and true hero. VanBuskirk took part in hundreds of rescues, saving countless lives. On July 22, 2013, during a helicopter rescue on Mount Charleston, he fell to his death after securing a stranded hiker to the hoist cable, his final act saved a life. His courage, selflessness, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. VanBuskirk was 36 years old.

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End of Watch: Officer David VanBuskirk July 23, 2013 Officer David VanBuskirk joined LVMPD on October 6, 1999, serving in Patrol and Narcotics before joining the Search and Rescue Section in 2007. A Southern Nevada native, VanBuskirk was a loyal friend, devoted mentor, and true hero. VanBuskirk took part in hundreds of rescues, saving countless lives. On July 22, 2013, during a helicopter rescue on Mount Charleston, he fell to his death after securing a stranded hiker to the hoist cable, his final act saved a life. His courage, selflessness, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. VanBuskirk was 36 years old.