Merced County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, January 22, 1948
Add to My HeroesGeorge W. Egenhoff
Deputy George Egenhoff succumbed to injuries sustained one month earlier when he was knocked down by a sheriff's office car as he attempted to close its door on Highway 99.
He suffered a broken leg and was transported to Merced General Hospital. He died as the result of complications that were caused by the injury.
Bio
- Age 79
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Saturday, December 20, 1947
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsDeputy Egenhoff,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Merced County.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 22, 2023
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