The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is currently in a period of mourning after losing one of its own. Detective Hamric "Ham" Singh, age 38, a 14-year stalwart of the LVMPD and a native of Las Vegas, passed away suddenly due to a medical condition on Thursday, news3lv.com reported.
Singh's dedication to his community was evident in his varied roles within the department. Over his career, he worked in Patrol, SWAT, and the Drone Unit before ultimately serving as a Detective in the Major Violators Unit. His sudden passing was announced by LVMPD in a social media post, where, they expressed their condolences and highlighted his lifetime of service. According to the LVMPD, Singh was not only a valued member of their team but someone with an unwavering commitment to his hometown of Las Vegas,
A product of Las Vegas, Singh attended Rancho High School followed by graduation from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. It was his time at UNLV that set the stage for what would become a fulfilling law enforcement career, one he embarked upon immediately after concluding his academic efforts. During his service, Singh also spent time in the Technical and Surveillance Squad (TASS), a representation of his evolving roles aimed at combating crime in his city.
The impact of Singh's death is felt deeply by those who worked alongside him, We are saddened to share the loss of Det. Hamric 'Ham' Singh, a 14-year LVMPD veteran. He passed away suddenly from a medical condition last Thursday. Ham served in Patrol, SWAT, Drone Unit, and the Major Violators Unit. Our thoughts are with his family, the department said in a statement, as reported by Las Vegas Review-Journal. Singh's career, marked by its versatility and passion, serves as an example to his peers, and his memory will indeed inform the ethos of the department moving forward.
The LVMPD has not revealed details about the medical condition that caused Singh's untimely death. However, his dedication to the city he served will remain his lasting legacy.
