Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, November 9, 1983
Add to My HeroesJoanne Couzynse
Deputy Joanne Couzynse succumbed to injuries received three months earlier when she was struck by a drunk driver while writing a traffic ticket. After striking her, the suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended.
The 29-year-old driver was charged with negligent homicide, drunk driving, and several other charges. Charges of drunk driving against him were dismissed by Jefferson Parrish Court officials in 1973 and again in 1979.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Sunday, August 14, 1983
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with negligent homicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 57 ReflectionsAfter all these years I still miss you so much. Every time I look at your picture it brings tears to my eyes and think of what could have been.
AHW
LSP
December 24, 2021
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