Sergeant Steve Kobitz

Sergeant Steve Kobitz of the Valparaiso Police Department died on 5/25/20  as a result of cardiac complications.  Sgt. Kobitz was on-duty when he was discovered in distress while in his police vehicle, which was parked in the lot of the Valparaiso Police Department.  Sgt. Kobitz was immediately tended to by his fellow officers when he was discovered, and Valparaiso Fire soon responded and took over treatment.  Sgt. Kobitz  later succumb to his condition while at Porter Regional Hospital.  Sgt. Kobitz began his career in February 1992, honorably serving the City of Valparaiso for over 28 years.  During his tenure, Sgt. Kobitz has served as a Field Training Officer, Accident Reconstructionist, and Canine Officer.Surviving is his son, Stephen and daughter Tayla.

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