Former Indiana Deputy Dies in Freak Lawnmower Accident

A former Indiana sheriff’s deputy died on Wednesday, Aug. 7, reportedly from an accident involving a lawnmower. 

According to native TV associates WJTS and WEVV, Amanda Klem was on a lawnmower close to a pond when it flipped, trapped her, and held her down underwater, leading to her drowning.

The Spencer County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Klem’s demise in a Facebook submit on Thursday, Aug. 8, saying that her sudden passing has left a “profound void.”

“Amanda served the Sheriff’s office with unwavering dedication and professionalism for nearly seven years, making a lasting impact on all who knew her,” the assertion continued. “Her kindness, strength, and commitment to public service were evident every day, and she will be remembered for her compassionate spirit and the joy she brought to those around her.”

In its assertion, the sheriff’s workplace supplied ideas and prayers to Klem’s household, together with her husband Ted and their daughter Madison. 

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“We stand together in support, honoring her legacy by carrying forward the values she held dear,” the assertion learn. 

“Rest in peace, Amanda,” the sheriff’s workplace concluded its submit. “Your memory will forever be cherished, and your spirit will continue to inspire us.”

Per WJTS, Ted Klem, Amanda’s husband, serves as a corporal with the Huntingburg Police Department. In an Aug. 7 Facebook submit, the division shared an illustration of a police badge that learn “A. Klem EOW 8/7/24” (EOW stands for “finish of watch”).

Spencer County Sheriff Sherri Heichelbech advised WEVV that Klem obtained a life-saving award throughout an emergency incident someday in 2020. As for the way the sheriff’s workplace will honor Klem and her household, Heichelbech stated: “Everything is so fresh right now. But it wouldn’t surprise me that there isn’t some account that it’s made for her daughter Madison, for future education.”

PEOPLE contacted the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office on Friday, Aug. 9, for extra data, however didn’t obtain a right away response.