Lieutenant Michael A. Hoosock

Onondaga County Sheriff's

Date of Death: April 14, 2024

Lieutenant Michael “Hootch” Hoosock was tragically killed in the line of duty on Sunday, April 14, 2024, in an ambush shooting attack. He began his career with the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office in 2007 as a Deputy. After serving as a road patrol deputy, he was promoted to Sergeant in 2015, where he served as a Patrol Supervisor and as Supervisor of the Warrants Investigation Unit in the Criminal Investigation Division. In 2023, he was promoted to Lieutenant and also served as Commander of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team. Lieutenant Hoosock received the Medal of Valor in 2012 and 2020 and was named Deputy of the Year by the New York State Sheriff’s Association in 2012. He was also a decorated member of the Moyers Corners Fire Department, where he served since 2007. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons. His dedication to his family, his community, and the professions he loved will continue to serve as a benchmark for police, fire, and emergency medical services personnel who worked alongside him. He will forever be remembered and deeply missed.