United States Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service - Alcohol Tax Unit, U.S. Government
End of Watch Sunday, April 24, 1949
Add to My HeroesMerimon Hampton Barnes
Investigator Merimon Barnes suffered a fatal heart attack while searching for a still along the Chipola River seven miles south of Marianna, Jackson County, Florida.
He had gone into a wooded area to meet an informant when he suffered a heart attack.
Investigator Barnes had served with the Alcohol Tax Unit for 18 years. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, two brothers, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location Florida
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsInvestigator Barnes,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 24, 2024
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