It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden death of Sergeant Daniel Kammerzell. On 11/5/2022 in the early afternoon, Sergeant Kammerzell was found unresponsive in his patrol vehicle while on duty. He was later pronounced deceased at a nearby hospital. The passing does not involve any suspicious or criminal circumstance.  Sergeant Kammerzell has been a member of the Shelby Township Police Department for the last 18 years. Prior to working at Shelby Township, he worked for the Detroit Police Department, and is a United States Marine Corps veteran. Sergeant Kammerzell was highly decorated for his honorable work. Throughout his career he was an Evidence Technician, a Field Training Officer, Detective, Range Instructor, training coordinator, founding member and Assistant Team Leader of the Shelby Township Tactical Response Unit along with being a member of Metro Macomb SWAT. Sergeant Kammerzell always came to work in a great mood; cracking jokes and making everyone laugh. His families, both blood and blue, request privacy and time to mourn this tragic circumstance. We thank you Sergeant Kammerzell for your dedication to this community. Rest in peace, brother, you will be greatly missed.