Full Notification

Our agency suffered a tragic loss today. Officer Craig Gordon Story, a seven-year veteran of the Arlington Police Department, died in the line of duty in a vehicle crash Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010. Officer Story, 34, was working as a motorcycle traffic officer at about 7:15 a.m. when his motorcycle and an Arlington school bus collided near the intersection of South Cooper Street and Inwood Drive.

Officer Story suffered severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the crash scene. Nine children were on the school bus, along with the driver. None of them suffered any serious injuries. Grief counselors were provided for the children, who ranged in age from 6 to 13.

There are inherent dangers that come with being a police officer. We all hope to never have to talk about our officers making the ultimate sacrifice, but unfortunately today we are doing just that. Officer Story joined the 24th Academy Class of the Arlington Police Department in May 2002. He worked patrol in the North and East districts, and was nominated for East officer of the Year in 2005. During his seven years with the department, Officer Story received 19 commendations. He was also a member of our Tactical Unit and had joined the Traffic Unit last year.

Most importantly, Officer Story was a family man. He is survived by his wife, Danielle, and 2-year-old son. Please keep the Story family and his police family in your thoughts and prayers.