Deputy Sheriff Sung Hui Bang, Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

Deputy Sheriff Sung Hui Bang

Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

End of Watch Thursday, August 17, 2000

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Sung Hui Bang

Deputy Sheriff Sung Bang and Deputy Ralph Zylka were killed in a helicopter accident in Dodge County, Wisconsin, while assisting in the search for a suspect.

Their helicopter experienced mechanical problems and crashed while returning to Milwaukee County. The deputies performed an instrumental role in apprehending the suspect, who was wanted for murdering an off-duty police officer. The helicopter was a 20-year-old military surplus aircraft.

Deputy Bang, the pilot, had served with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Department for three years. He is survived by his father, mother, sister, brother-in-law, nephew, and niece.

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Age 31
Tour 3 years
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Cause Aircraft accident

helicopter crash, aerial search

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On behalf of the United States Attorney, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, and support staff for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, we honor law enforcement officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. During National Police Week the focus is even greater that we never forget the officers and their families. Today, May 14, 2023, we honor and remember you Deputy Sheriff Sung Hui Bang. Rest in Peace.

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