Michigan Department of Corrections, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, March 31, 1967
Add to My HeroesMax M. Hinckley
Correctional Officer Hinckley and Correctional Officer Joe Crater were killed while inside the arsenal at the State Prison of Southern Michigan when a mysterious explosion occurred.
A total of 80 percent of the facility's arsenal, including guns, tear gas, ammunition, and radios, were lost.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Explosion
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRest in peace Correctional Officer Hinckley.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 16, 2021
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