Officer Scott Eric Bell, USN
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Cause of Death:
Automobile Accident, Killed by Drunk DriverDate of Incident:
October 12, 2007Date of Death:
October 12, 2007Location of Incident:
Heckscher Dive & New Berlin RoadWeapon Used:
Automobile (DUI)Suspect Info:
Joseph May, Sentenced to 3 years probationOfficer Scott Bell was killed when a vehicle being operated by an intoxicated driver pulled out in front of his patrol car.
The officer was returning from a call on Heckscher Drive when a van traveling on New Berlin Road collided with his cruiser. Officer Bell's vehicle spun out of control and hit a power pole and burst into flames.
Officer Bell had served with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for 7 years. He is survived by his wife, mother, and brother.