Chief Anton J. Steffes, Chilton Police Department, Wisconsin

Chief Anton J. Steffes

Chilton Police Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Sunday, April 5, 1942

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Anton J. Steffes

Chief Steffes died of serious head injuries he sustained in a fight with the owner of a local bar. The owner told police that he and Chief Steffes were arguing outside the bar about the 1:00 a.m. closing ordinance when the chief stepped backwards; stumbled on a damaged section of the sidewalk; fell and hit his head on the curb.

The suspect was charged with manslaughter. He was acquitted at his trial on July 16, 1942.

Bio

Age 76
Tour 14 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Weapon Person
Offender Acquitted

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Chief Steffes,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chilton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

April 5, 2022