Huron Police Department, South Dakota
End of Watch Tuesday, March 30, 1982
Thomas Lloyd Callies
Sergeant Thomas Callies was stabbed to death when he and another officer responded to a domestic disturbance at a local residence on Frank Street at 6:30 am. The officers were familiar with the residents and did not expect any resistance.
When they arrived at the home no one answered the door so they entered the house. As Sergeant Callies climbed the stairs the suspect suddenly appeared and stabbed him in the liver. The suspect then cut the second officer on the arm, from elbow to shoulder. Both officers opened fire on the man as they fell down the stairs.
Sergeant Callies succumbed to his wounds. The suspect was arrested and sentenced to life in prison.
Sergeant Callies was a military veteran and had served with the Huron Police Department for six years. He was survived by his two children.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 28 ReflectionsTom, It was an honor to work with you at the co-op. Your quick humor and zest for life impressed me. Your love for your family was obvious.....and no one could make that little blue comet go, like you did! You made my world better. God Bless..........
Gregory Scott
friend
March 30, 2016
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