Deputy Sheriff George W. Hansen, Racine County Sheriff's Department, Wisconsin

Deputy Sheriff George W. Hansen

Racine County Sheriff's Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Thursday, June 18, 1953

George W. Hansen

Deputy Sheriff George Hansen and Deputy Sheriff Henry Denman were killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a vehicle for speeding.

During the pursuit a third vehicle, driven by a drunk driver, pulled into their path. In an attempt to avoid striking the third car, the officers swerved, causing their vehicle to go out of control and crash. Deputy Denman succumbed to his injuries one week after the accident.

The drunk driver was never charged with any crimes.

Deputy Hansen had been with the Racine County Sheriff's Office for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and three sons.

Bio

Age 51
Tour 15 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender No charges filed

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Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 18, 2015