California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California
End of Watch Friday, February 3, 1995
Add to My HeroesJudith Ann Henkel
Corrections Officer Judith Henkel suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after breaking up a fight at the North Kern State Prison in Delano, California.
After collapsing, Officer Henkel was transported to a local hospital where she remained on life support for one week before passing away.
Officer Henkel had served with the California Department of Corrections for two years. She is survived by her son, daughter, three grandchildren, mother, and four siblings.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Incident Date Saturday, January 28, 1995
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsOfficer Henkel,
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 the state of California. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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