United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
End of Watch Tuesday, April 17, 1962
Add to My HeroesJoseph Irel Hart
Special Agent Joseph Hart was killed in a vehicle crash on U.S. 191 (modern-day U.S. 20), south of Rigby, Idaho.
He was traveling to while traveling from Idaho Falls to Rigby to meet with the Jefferson County prosecutor regarding a case when his car collided with a tractor-trailer in a highway underpass.
Special Agent Hart had served with the FBI for 21 years. He is survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 21 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location Idaho
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsI clicked on this link to speak his name and learn something about him.
When I saw his granddaughter’s comment, my eyes watered a bit.
Rest In Peace.
Semper Fi
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April 17, 2021
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