Officer Down

 

Undersheriff Pat Pyette
Blaine County Montana Sheriff's Office
End of Watch: Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Age: 54n
Tour: 10 years
Badge # 24-2

Undersheriff Pat Pyette was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic around the scene of a disabled truck on U.S. Highway 2, between Harlem and Chinook.

An oncoming vehicle that was passing the scene struck Undersheriff Pyette, causing him to suffer fatal injuries. He was transported to a hospital in Great Falls where he succumbed to his injuries.

Undersheriff Pyette had served with the agency for 10 years and had previously served with the United States Air Force. He is survived by his wife and son.

Rest in Peace Bro…We’ll Continue The Watch

Day is done, Gone the sun, From the lake, From the hills, From the sky. All is well, Safely rest, God is nigh.