Texarkana police say Capt. Joe Bunting has died
Texarkana TX May 1 2020
The Texarkana Texas Police Department is mourning the unexpected loss of Capt. Joe Bunting.
Bunting died Wednesday night at his home, according to TTPD.
He served law enforcement for 40 years including TTPD for 35 years.
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Bunting held the rank of captain for 19 years and once served as interim police chief for TTPD.
“Please keep Joe’s family in your thoughts and prayers during this most unexpected loss,” TTPD posted on its Facebook page Thursday morning.
“Joe served law enforcement for over 40 years – including 35 years of exemplary service with our department, He held the rank of captain for the last 19 years of his career. He had previously worked for the Stephen F. Austin University and Nacogdoches Texas Police Departments. He was also a Marine Corps veteran.
During his devoted service to this department, Joe served as a Field Training Officer, Patrol Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Office of Professional Responsibility, City Marshal, Uniform Services Commander, Investigative Services Commander, and Interim Chief of Police.
He is survived by his wife, Dr. Alice Bunting, and three sons, Joey, Sam, and John – as well as his brothers and sisters at the Texarkana Texas Police Department.
Please keep Joe’s family in your thoughts and prayers during this most unexpected loss.
Rest in Peace, Captain Bunting”
