Jay County Sheriff's Department, Indiana
End of Watch Tuesday, January 4, 1983
Paul H. Prater
Deputy Paul Prater was killed when he was struck by a vehicle during a traffic stop. He had stopped a van for speeding and as he stood by the driver's side of the van, a northbound vehicle struck him, killing him instantly.
Deputy Prater had served with the Jay County Sheriff's Department for 3½ years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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