Written by: Emma Rodriguez
The Collegedale community is mourning the loss of Enoch Hurd, a corporal in the Collegedale Police Department (CPD) who passed away, on Friday, Oct. 25, after sustaining severe injuries in an off-duty motorcycle accident earlier this month.
“He was a friend to many, and his positive influence on our city and the lives he touched will always be remembered.”
Hurd, 52, was involved in the accident on Oct. 13 while riding along the scenic Cherohala Skyway, just a mile into North Carolina, according to a press release issued by the CPD. He was accompanied by friends when, tragically, his motorcycle collided with another vehicle pulling a trailer. Hurd’s injuries were the only ones reported from the accident.
The accident left Hurd unresponsive, according to police. He was airlifted after a 45-minute wait to a medical facility, where lifesaving measures were attempted on the scene, a press release stated. His injuries proved too severe.
Hurd’s death leaves a void in his department and the community he served.
“Enoch served our community with unwavering honor and integrity for 15 years.”
“We are heartbroken by this loss,” Police Chief Jack Sapp said in the press release. “Enoch served our community with unwavering honor and integrity for 15 years. He was a friend to many, and his positive influence on our city and the lives he touched will always be remembered.”
The release highlighted Hurd’s role within the department, noting his dedication as both a founding member of the special operations and response team and as part of the motorcycle unit.
His final act of heroism was his decision to be an organ donor.
Hurd was also described as a devoted father of three whose family, friends and colleagues saw as a figure of warmth and kindness. According to the press release, his final act of heroism was his decision to be an organ donor.
“As a tribute to this selfless decision, an Honor Walk was held—a solemn and poignant ceremony that has become a powerful tradition in many hospitals across the nation,” the press release stated. “Family members, friends, hospital staff and fellow officers lined the hallways, creating a path of honor for Cpl. Hurd’s final journey.”
