Houma Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Thursday, September 16, 2021
Add to My HeroesAustin Spencer Bush
Patrolman Austin Bush drowned after his patrol car struck a log and then became submerged in a drainage ditch on Louisiana Highway 648 just east of Audubon Avenue in Terrebonne Parish.
He had been assisting with the response following Hurrican Ida when he struck the log that had been swept onto the roadway. Other officers were able to remove him from the vehicle and begin CPR but were unable to revive him.
Patrolman Bush had served with the Houma Police Department for only two months. He is survived by his parents and sister.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour 2 months
- Badge 438
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsPatrolman Bush,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and say for the citizens of Houma. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
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