Deputy Sheriff Richard Allan Weinke, Sauk County Sheriff's Department, Wisconsin

Deputy Sheriff Richard Allan Weinke

Sauk County Sheriff's Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Sunday, April 5, 1998

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Richard Allan Weinke

Deputy Richard Weinke was killed in a vehicle crash while responding to back up another officer at a domestic disturbance call at approximately 4:30 am.

The collision occurred about five miles north of Sauk City on U.S. Highway 12. He was killed instantly when his patrol car collided with another vehicle.

Deputy Weinke had served with the Sauk County Sheriff's Department for four years. He is survived by his wife, two young children, and his parents. His father also served with the Sauk County Sheriff's Department.

Bio

Age 25
Tour 4 years
Badge 927

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

Back up for fellow officer(s), domestic, vehicle crash

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Rest in Peace Rich! I was working the east sector of Richland County that night. I also covered the west sector of Sauk County that night. Didn't hear any news until the following morning. You are remembered.....Bindl

Retired Sheriff James J Bindl
Richland County Sheriffs Department

August 28, 2025