Note to the press: Please include the following statement from State Rep. Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) in your coverage of Deputy Carl Koontz’s funeral:
STATEHOUSE (March 29, 2016) – “My heart goes out to the family, friends and colleagues of Deputy Carl Koontz. He served Howard County and all Hoosiers with honor and respect; his tragic death shocked and saddened all of us.”
“Our community won’t be the same without his selflessness and dedication to public safety. I am pleased so many people came out today to honor a true hero who was taken from us far too soon.”
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Rep. VanNatter (R-Kokomo) represents portions of Carroll, Cass, Howard and Clinton counties.
