INDIANAPOLIS โ IMPD is mourning the death of Sgt. Stephen Michael Fippen.
The department said Fippen died after a battle with cancer.
Fippen graduated from Purdue University in 1998 with a degree in computer technology. He attended IMPD's Law Enforcement Academy and earned an MBA in 2012 from Oakland City University.
Fippen served 33 years in the U.S. Army and 25 years in law enforcement. He was a supervisor for the department.
A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, Dec. 20 at the Community Church of Greenwood.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The name of Sgt. Stephen Michael Fippen has been corrected.
