Deputy Sheriff Richard Meyer, Winnebago County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

Deputy Sheriff Richard Meyer

Winnebago County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

End of Watch Thursday, November 13, 2003

Richard Meyer

Deputy Richard Meyer was killed when his patrol car struck construction equipment in the roadway.

Deputy Meyer was responding to back up another deputy for a burglar alarm. While traveling on Breezewood Lane near Pendleton Road in the Town of Neenah, Deputy Meyer entered a construction zone. Deputy Meyer took evasive action to avoid a large gravel pile, but ultimately collided with a large piece of construction equipment. After being removed from his patrol car with the jaws of life, Deputy Meyer was transported to Theda Clark Medical Center where he died from his injuries.

Deputy Meyer had served with the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office for three years. He is survived by his wife and one-year-old son.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 3 years
Badge W29

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

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Thinking of you today, Rick, as I am getting ready to attend the Candlelight Vigil. I won't forget that morning and getting the news. Won't ever forget you. I give my prayers to your family today as so many are gathering to remember, mourn, and celebrate those lost to this career.

Deputy Nate Gallagher
Grant Co. SO / Formerly Oshkosh PD

May 13, 2018