Stevens County Sheriff's Office, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, December 13, 1949
Add to My HeroesEarl J. Kerns
Sheriff Earl Kerns suffered a fatal heart attack after being punched in the chest while attempting to arrest a man for public drunkenness.
Bio
- Age Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsSheriff Kerns,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Stevens County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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December 13, 2024
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