David Wayne Kattner, a 47-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity, was a Senior Corporal with the Dallas Police Department. He died on January 9, 2015, in Little Elm, Texas, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at his home. Kattner had been a veteran officer with over 26 years of service.
Kattner's death came amidst serious allegations of sexual assault against him. He was accused of sexually assaulting a prostitute on multiple occasions, at least once while in uniform. The victim also claimed that Kattner showed her outstanding warrants for her arrest and threatened her by mentioning he knew where her daughter lived. These allegations led to Kattner being placed on administrative leave and an ongoing investigation by the Little Elm Police Department.
On the day of his death, Kattner and his attorney were scheduled to meet with Internal Affairs to discuss the allegations. However, he was found deceased by his wife before the meeting could take place. The investigation into his death was led by the Little Elm Police Department, and no other suspects were involved.
The circumstances surrounding Kattner's death were complex, involving both his long-standing career as a police officer and the serious accusations against him. His passing left a significant impact on both his family and the Dallas Police Department, which expressed condolences to his loved ones.
