Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch Monday, July 17, 2017
Add to My HeroesThomas Clarence Bunker
Corrections Officer Thomas Bunker suffered a fatal heart attack following mandated training at the department's range.
The training involved scenarios that involved elevated levels of physical and mental stress that duplicated high stress incidents. Officer Bunker completed the training and returned home, where he collapsed.
Officer Bunker had served with the Otsego County Sheriff's Office for 15 years. He is survived by his wife, son, parents, and eight siblings.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 15 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 46 ReflectionsOfficer Bunker,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Otsego County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement then that of a Corrections Officer.
R.I.P.
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