Bay County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch Saturday, September 28, 1974
Add to My HeroesPhilip Clifford Kramer
Deputy Sheriff Philip Kramer succumbed to injuries sustained two weeks earlier when the patrol car he was riding in was struck by a drunk driver at the intersection of State Park Drive and Wheeler Road.
He was taken to a local hospital where he remained until succumbing to his injuries.
The driver who caused the collision was charged with manslaughter.
Deputy Kramer was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Bay County Sheriff's Office for eight years. He was survived by his wife, two children, two grandchildren, parents, and three step-siblings.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 15
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Sunday, September 15, 1974
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
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View all 10 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Kramer,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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