Officer Alan Chick succumbed to injuries sustained when he was struck by a drunk driver while assisting a stranded motorist five days earlier.

The 55-year-old suspect, who had 22 prior arrests and eight prior DUI convictions, was convicted of intoxicated manslaughter and sentenced to life in prison as a result of Officer Chick's death. As of May 8, 2021, he was a patient in West Texas Hospital. His first parole hearing is set for October 16, 2024.

Officer Chick had served with the Fort Worth Police Department for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, son, parents and brother.

BIO

• Age 34
• Tour 10 years, 9 months
• Badge 231

INCIDENT DETAILS

• Cause Vehicular assault
• Incident Date Wednesday, December 22, 1993
• Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
• Offender Sentenced to life