Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri
End of Watch Friday, June 12, 1970
Add to My HeroesWilliam R. Brandt
Trooper Brandt was killed when a tornado blew his patrol car into a concrete bridge abutment on US-36, near Macon, Missouri,
Trooper Brandy had been with the agency for two years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 195
Incident Details
- Cause Weather/Natural disaster
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsTrooper Brandt,
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 the state of Missouri. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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