Pottawattamie County Sheriff's Office, Iowa
End of Watch Monday, May 1, 2017
Add to My HeroesMark Jason Burbridge
Deputy Sheriff Mark Burbridge was shot and killed at the Pottawattamie County Jail in Council Bluffs as he and another deputy returned two inmates to the jail after a court appearance.
As the deputies began to take the inmates into the jail, one of the inmates attacked him after using a concealed key to remove his shackles. The inmate obtained a firearm from the van and shot both deputies. He then stole the transport van and fled from the jail. He shot a citizen nearby when he attempted to carjack the man. He then abducted another citizen and forced her to drive him from the scene in her vehicle.
The subject was located by Omaha, Nebraska, police officers after releasing the woman. After a high-speed pursuit, he was taken into custody and charged with numerous felonies related to carjacking and weapons possession. The man had just been sentenced to 55 years in prison after pleading guilty to murder.
On August 15th, 2017, the man was sentenced to life in prison for Deputy Burbridge's murder and related charges.
Deputy Burbridge had served with the Pottawattamie County Sheriff's Office for 12 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, a son, his mother, two brothers, and a sister.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 78-10
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 230 ReflectionsOn 1 May you will be gone 8 years. What makes it so memorable to me is that you passed on my late husband's birthday and that you share your birthday with my Dad. Mark, know that you will always be remembered in my and the hearts of many. Rest easy, brother
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