Deputy Sheriff Michael Triplett
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Missouri
End of Watch: Thursday, November 29, 2007

Biographical Info
Age: 48
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: 271

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Automobile accident
Date of Incident: Thursday, November 29, 2007
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Deputy Michael Triplett was killed in an automobile accident while responding to a domestic disturbance call at approximately 12:00 pm. He was flown to St. Louis University Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Deputy Triplett had served for two years as a part-time deputy for the department, and also served as a security officer for Mineral Area College. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Agency Contact Information
Washington County Sheriff's Office
116 W High Street
Potosi, MO 63664

Phone: (573) 438-5478

Please contact the Washington County Sheriff's Office for funeral arrangements or for survivor benefit fund information.