Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri
End of Watch Friday, October 15, 2010
Add to My HeroesJoseph George Schuengel
Sergeant Joe Schuengel was killed in a helicopter crash while returning to Spirit of St. Louis Airport in one of the department's traffic enforcement helicopters.
He had dropped off several other troopers and was returning to the airport when, it is believed, that the Bell 206B helicopter ran out of fuel. Sergeant Schuengel was able to maneuver the aircraft to avoid nearby houses before crashing into a residential street on Horseshoe Ridge Road in St. Louis County.
Residents and emergency crews immediately responded to the scene, but Sergeant Schuengel had been killed on impact.
Sergeant Schuengel had served with the Missouri State Highway Patrol for 17 years. He is survived by his mother and three sisters.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 17 years
- Badge 970
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 146 ReflectionsSgt. Schuengel,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Missouri. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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