Burnett County Sheriff's Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Thursday, October 17, 1974
Add to My HeroesRichard Floyd Schinzing
Undersheriff Schinzing suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a suspect after responding to a disturbance at a local tavern.
Bio
- Age Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsUndersheriff Schinzing,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Burnett County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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October 17, 2024
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