Huron County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch: Sunday, June 11, 2000
Age: 39
Tour of Duty: 11 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Automobile crash
Date of Incident: June 11, 2000
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Deputy Kelly Vermeersch was killed in an automobile crash while responding to assist officers from a neighboring jurisdiction.
During the response, Deputy Vermeersch's cruiser, a 1999 Crown Victoria, hydroplaned as he rounded a curve. The vehicle entered a wooded area where it struck a tree and flipped over, killing him instantly. There was heavy rainstorm at the time of the accident.
Deputy Vermeersch had served with the Huron County Sheriff's Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and three daughters.