Huntingburg Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Thursday, July 4, 1963
Add to My HeroesSamuel E. Blemker
Chief of Police Samuel Blemker suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with an intoxicated person who had just pulled a knife on him.
Chief Blemker had served with the Huntingburg Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRest in peace Chief of Police Blemker.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
December 5, 2022
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