Captain Joseph O. Zimmerman
Michigan City Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Sunday, April 3, 1921
Add to My HeroesJoseph O. Zimmerman
Captain Joseph Zimmerman and Patrolman George Spencer were both shot and killed by an intoxicated man on Franklin Street while taking two women to the police station for questioning.
After fleeing the scene, the suspect fatally shot himself a short time later.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
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Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsCapt. Zimmerman,
On today, the 101st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Michigan City.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
April 3, 2022
