Porter County Sheriff's Department, Indiana
End of Watch Thursday, February 11, 1999
Add to My HeroesTimothy Lawrence Hecht
Patrolman Timothy Hecht suffered a fatal heart attack during a training session for his agency's Emergency Response Team.
He and other officers were testing to be placed on the new assignment and were undergoing a physical fitness test when he collapsed during a mile-long run. Patrolman Hecht never regained consciousness.
Patrolman Hecht had served with the Porter County Sheriff's Department for eight years. He was survived by his fiancée, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 47
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsPatrolman Hecht,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Porter County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish t extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol (Retired)
February 11, 2024
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