Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Add to My HeroesJames Muhlbauer
Police Officer Jim Muhlbauer and K9 Champ were killed in a vehicle crash at 10:15 pm at the intersection of East Truman Road and Benton Boulevard in Kansas City.
A vehicle was traveling at 89 miles per hour, ran a red light and crashed into Officer Mulbauer and K9 Champ while in their patrol vehicle. The impact caused the squad car to roll over. A pedestrian was also hit. K9 Champ and the pedestrian died at the scene. Officer Muhlbauer was taken to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
The 18-year-old driver that hit the police car was also injured and was taken into police custody pending investigation. He was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Officer Muhlbauer had served with the Kansas City Police Department for 20 years. He is survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with involuntary manslaughter
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View all 113 ReflectionsSuch loss you must feel. Know that we mourn with you for the loss of both Officer Muhlbauer and K9 Champ. We thank them for their service, and extend our heartfelt sympathy to all who knew them.
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