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Resided:
KY, USA
Born:
Unk
Fallen:
Apr. 01, 2008
Race/Sex:
Caucasian Male / 55 yrs. of age
Agency
Dept:
Harlan County Constable's Office
KY
USA
Dept. Type:
County/Police
Hero's Rank:
Constable
Sworn Date:
Unk
FBI Class:
Death - Natural
Weapon Class:
Health
Badge:
928
On The Job:
13 years
Bio: Constable Howard was a US Navy veteran.
Survived by:
Family Three sons, one brother, three sisters, and one grandchild.
Fatal Incident Summary
Offender:
No Info
Location:
KY
USA
Tue. Apr. 01, 2008
Summary:
Constable Joe Howard suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after arresting a suspect who was wanted on an outstanding warrant. The suspect had to be restrained during the arrest.
After Constable Howard transported the man to the county detention center, he pulled into the Harlan Police Department parking lot and radioed that he needed assistance. He was transported to Harlan ARH Hospital where he passed away a short time later.
