Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, April 21, 2004
Add to My HeroesDavid Anthony Abella
Deputy Sheriff David Abella was killed in an automobile accident on 50th Street, near Causeway Boulevard, while responding to a trespassing call at a local convenience store.
He was attempting to pass a slow-moving tractor-trailer when he lost control of his patrol car and struck a utility pole. The deputy was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Deputy Abella had served with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office for one year. He is survived by his wife, three children, parents, brother, and sister.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 4234
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 219 ReflectionsDavid its been a tuff time hear without you. I miss you every day of my life son.so much has been going on .im sure you know, because i know your watching .David love you son, please keep watcing and helping us i love you. thanks for signs always we need of them.one day when good lord lets me go home i what to give you the longest hug my son .Love you lilDavid
David Abella
father David abella pop
November 28, 2021
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