Those We Lost
Auxiliary Officer Glen Truman Wortham
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Died July 15, 1973 as a result of a heart attack resulting from an extended struggle with a stabbing suspect. After numerous struggles with the suspect, the suspect kicked Officer Wortham in his chest with such force that it caused his heart to stop. Even though this occurred at a local hospital, doctors were unable to revive him.
Died April 3, 1971 as a result of a gunshot wound he received while assisting in the service of a search warrant. The armed suspect exited the residence and confronted Sergeant Spybuck. The two exchanged gunfire and Sergeant Spybuck was killed by a single gunshot wound. The suspect was apprehended at the scene.
Died April 27, 1962 as a result of a gunshot wound he received when he and Officer Ray Burch approached two burglary suspects. One of the suspects grabbed Officer Greer’s pistol, killing Officer Greer with it and wounding officer Burch. One suspect was wounded and arrested at the scene. during a struggle with a burglar.
Died April 3, 1963 as a result of injuries he received in a traffic collision. While chasing a speeding vehicle, another vehicle pulled out in front of him causing him to go left of center. This resulted in a head on collision that killed him and a passenger in the other vehicle. The speeder was captured near the scene and arrested.
Died Nov. 30, 1960 as a result of a gunshot wound. The suspect entered the dog pound and he and Officer Milstead got into an argument over a dog. The suspect went home, got a pistol, returned, and shot Officer Milstead. The suspect was apprehended.