Montana Highway Patrol, Montana
End of Watch Friday, March 27, 2009
Add to My HeroesMichael Warren Haynes
Trooper Mike Haynes succumbed to injuries sustained five days earlier when a car being operated by an intoxicated driver struck his patrol car head-on on US 93 just north of Highway 82 in Flathead County.
The drunk driver was driving the wrong way on the highway when the collision occurred at approximately 2:40 am. The intoxicated driver was also killed in the collision.
Trooper Haynes was a member of the Montana National Guard and had served with the Montana Highway Patrol for 2-1/2 years. He is survived by his wife, two young children, and parents.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 159
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Monday, March 23, 2009
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Killed in collision
Most Recent Reflection
View all 322 ReflectionsMiss you, brother. Completed your memorial workout this morning.
Trooper Michael Haynes
3 Rounds for time
159 double unders
28 pull-ups
27 kettlebell swings 70#
9 deadlifts 245#
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