Pontotoc County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma
End of Watch Sunday, February 19, 2023
Add to My HeroesKenneth Fowler
Detention Officer Kenneth Fowler succumbed to injuries sustained on January 31st, 2023, when he slipped on ice in the parking lot of the Pontotoc County Justice Center.
The area was experiencing an ice storm when he fell. He was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City suffering from head injuries and hypothermia. He remained in a medically induced coma until succumbing to his injuries on February 19th, 2023.
Officer Fowler had served with the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Office for five years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, mother, brother, sister, and two grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
- Incident Date Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Most Recent Reflection
View all 68 ReflectionsOfficer Fowler,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pontotoc County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections/Detention Officer.
BPA Mike Casey
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