Kosciusko County Sheriff's Department, Indiana
End of Watch Friday, December 31, 1954
Joseph Bernell Bauer
Chief Deputy Joseph Bauer was killed in an automobile accident while responding to a fire.
An oncoming vehicle crossed into his lane of traffic and struck his patrol car head-on.
Chief Deputy Bauer had served with the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 2
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Chief Deputy Bauer. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
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