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Line of Duty Death of Trooper Ritger - Heroes are Never Forgotten | Wisconsin Troopers Association
Law Enforcement
Death
Wisconsin
Created
September 23rd, 2026
Raised$68,252
Donations696
Shares142
Days running41
Their story
The Wisconsin Troopers Association is asking for your support during an incredibly difficult time for the Ritger family.
On September 21st, Trooper Ritger was assisting a fellow Wisconsin State Trooper with a vehicle pursuit. While deploying a tire deflation device, Trooper Ritger sustained serious, life-threatening injuries. On October 2nd, Trooper Ritger tragically succumbed to his injuries.
The Ritger family have deep roots in the local community and have spent years building strong connections with the people around them. Now, it is our opportunity to come together and support them in their time of need. The Ritger family is dealing with the emotional, physical, and financial challenges that accompany such a tragedy. Your donation can help ease some of that burden.
Every contribution, regardless of size, will make a meaningful difference. Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with others who may want to help. Let’s come together as a community and show the Ritger family that they are not alone.
Thank you for standing behind Brad, his family, and the law enforcement community during this difficult time.
On September 21st, Trooper Ritger was assisting a fellow Wisconsin State Trooper with a vehicle pursuit. While deploying a tire deflation device, Trooper Ritger sustained serious, life-threatening injuries. On October 2nd, Trooper Ritger tragically succumbed to his injuries.
The Ritger family have deep roots in the local community and have spent years building strong connections with the people around them. Now, it is our opportunity to come together and support them in their time of need. The Ritger family is dealing with the emotional, physical, and financial challenges that accompany such a tragedy. Your donation can help ease some of that burden.
Every contribution, regardless of size, will make a meaningful difference. Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with others who may want to help. Let’s come together as a community and show the Ritger family that they are not alone.
Thank you for standing behind Brad, his family, and the law enforcement community during this difficult time.
Campaign Organizer
Travis Pung
Campaign Beneficiary
Caitlyn Jade Ritger
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Positively Human, LLC.
donated $100
1 day ago
Colleen Rinken
donated $100
1 day ago
Precision Pipeline
donated $500
4 days ago
West Allis Professional Police Association
donated $500
6 days ago
Lawrence Weese
donated $50
We are so sorry for your loss, may god wrap Bradley in his loving arms and my he carry you when you need his strength in this difficult time. Larry, Amanda & Cole Weese
1 week ago
AMVETS Post 2017 Cornell Lake WI
donated $1,000
1 week ago
Charles A Tubbs Sr.
donated $50
1 week ago
Jefferson County Deputy Sheriffs Association
donated $100
2 weeks ago
Debbie Poirier
donated $100
2 weeks ago
Anne Maxson & Michele Martino
donated $200
Prayers of comfort to his family in this devastating time. Matthew 5:4 — Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
2 weeks ago
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