Chilton Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Sunday, April 5, 1942
Anton J. Steffes
Chief Steffes died of serious head injuries he sustained in a fight with the owner of a local bar. The owner told police that he and Chief Steffes were arguing outside the bar about the 1:00 a.m. closing ordinance when the chief stepped backwards; stumbled on a damaged section of the sidewalk; fell and hit his head on the curb.
The suspect was charged with manslaughter. He was acquitted at his trial on July 16, 1942.
Bio
- Age 76
- Tour 14 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
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Retired Wisconsin L.E.O.
September 15, 2013
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