Kosciusko County Sheriff's Office, Indiana
End of Watch Friday, December 31, 1954
Add to My HeroesJoseph Bernell Bauer
Chief Deputy Joseph Bauer was killed in an automobile accident while responding to a fire.
An oncoming vehicle crossed into his lane of traffic and struck his patrol car head-on.
Chief Deputy Bauer had served with the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 2
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsChief Deputy Bauer,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Kosciusko County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 31, 2024
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