Indiana State Police, Indiana
End of Watch Saturday, December 10, 1983
Add to My HeroesSteven Lester Bailey
Trooper Steven Bailey was accidentally shot and killed when his own weapon discharged while serving a warrant at San Miguel Circle in Indianapolis.
When Trooper Bailey, two additional troopers, and a Marion County probation officer arrived around 11:30 p.m., the resident refused to open the door. As they were attempting to force open a door, Trooper Bailey's gun went off, striking him. He was transported to Methodist Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
Trooper Bailey had served with the Indiana State Police for five years and was assigned to the Headquarters post as an undercover narcotics officer. He was survived by his mother, father, two sisters, and three brothers.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Incident Date Friday, December 9, 1983
Most Recent Reflection
View all 30 ReflectionsSteve you are missed and I think of you often! We had just come to know one another the summer prior to your death. I ever will forget being called to assist you on the night of your untimely death.
Some how the premonition I had at our briefing prior to the warrant service would come to pass and the incident would be with me for the remainder of my 39 years with ISP as well as my life.
Lord knows I tried to give aid in what was a hopeless situation and the most important thing I could do was comfort you, talk to you and tell you to hang on, you’ll be okay and not leave you alone.
I can’t help but think my entire 42 years with ISP, some how you were with me watching my six.
Rest easy and well my friend! Once a trooper, always a trooper….
M/Trp. Joseph Dixon P 3982
Indiana State Police
June 26, 2024
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