Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office, Kansas
End of Watch Sunday, March 4, 1956
Thomas W. Mendina
Deputy Mendina was struck and killed by a drunk driver while stopping to assist another officer who was checking two suspicious men on K-32. As Deputy Mendina stepped out of his patrol car he was struck. The driver was arrested and convicted of driving under the influence.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Convicted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Deputy Mendina. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
February 4, 2014
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