Grant County Sheriff's Department, Indiana
End of Watch Tuesday, July 17, 1945
Add to My HeroesBurke Williams
Special Deputy Sheriff Burke Williams was accidentally shot and killed by another deputy as they attempted to arrest a burglary suspect.
The subject resisted when Deputy Williams attempted to place him in handcuffs. The second deputy drew his weapon and it accidentally discharged, striking Deputy Williams in the head.
Deputy Williams had served with the Grant County Sheriff's Department for seven months. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Williams,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Grant County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 17, 2020
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