Gov. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on March 11 in honor of Master Trooper James Bailey, who died in the line of duty.
INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric Holcomb is directing flags be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Master Trooper James Bailey, who died in the line of duty on March 3.
According to Indiana State Police, Bailey, 50, was assisting officers with traffic backups due to weather-related crashes on Interstate 69. While Bailey was assisting with traffic, he was informed of a vehicle pursuit nearby. According to police, the pursuit started in the backup area.Bailey was struck by the suspect and was taken to Fort Wayne hospital. He died from his injuries.According to police, more charges could be coming as the investigation continues.
Bailey was a nearly 16-year veteran of the Indiana State Police. He was named Trooper of the Year for District 12 in 2012 and earned the combat “Action Award” in 2021. TOP STORIES: Two new Bargersville businesses generate online buz | Center Grove says Carmel wants to cancel all sports contracts | Complaints mount against Indy concrete company | IMPD releases bodycam of man shot by officers in grandma's driveway | Family says teen killed in Irvington shooting had giving heart, plans for college
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