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 driver was charged with negligent homicide.
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
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