Dubois County Sheriff's Department, Indiana
End of Watch Monday, March 29, 1954
Add to My HeroesLouis F. Kreilein
Sheriff Louis Kreilein was killed when he was struck on the head by a piece of lumber which had been thrown from the roof of the sheriff's department during renovations.
Sheriff Kreilein had served with the Dubois County Sheriff's Department for five years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsSheriff Kreilein,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dubois County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 29, 2024
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