Jefferson County Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, August 18, 1968
Add to My HeroesEarl J. Bertram
Patrolman Earl Bertram succumbed to injuries sustained five years earlier when he was involved in an automobile crash while responding to a burglary call.
Another vehicle pulled into the patrol car's path at the intersection of Dixie Highway and Watson Lane, causing a collision. Patrolman Bertram remained in a coma until passing away five years later.
Patrolman Bertram was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII and had served with the Jefferson County Police Department for 10 years at the time of the crash. While in the Navy he was an undefeated heavyweight boxer in the Golden Glove competition with a 12-0 record. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 29
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Monday, September 30, 1963
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View all 8 ReflectionsRest in Peace my Brother. Thank You for Your Honorable Service to the Jefferson County Community.
Chief Chuck Loeser (Ret.)
Jefferson County Police Department
August 17, 2021
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