Deputy Sheriff David Leroy Briese Jr.
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Department
Deputy David Briese was killed in an automobile accident on I-90, near King Avenue West in Billings, while responding to backup an officer who was dealing with a combative drunk driver. The deputy was passing another vehicle when his patrol car left the roadway, overturned, and struck a large sign. He was transported to Billings Clinic where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later. Deputy Briese had served with the Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office for 5 years. He had previously served with the Big Horn County Sheriff's Office for 1 year and the Yellowstone County Detention Center for 5 years. His wife, two young sons, stepdaughter, sister, and parents survive him.
- End of Watch:
- November 3, 2006
- On the Force:
- 5 years
