Deputy Sheriff Randy Jay Hamson
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
California
End of Watch: Friday, October 24, 2008
Cause: Struck by vehicle

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 5 years
Badge Number: Not available

Deputy Randy Hamson succumbed to injuries sustained on August 16, 2004, when he was struck by a vehicle on Sierra Highway. He had been investigating an accident when he saw an oncoming car driving without its headlights on. As he stepped into the roadway to get the driver's attention with his flashlight he was struck by another car.

He remained in a coma in a long term care facility until succumbing to his injuries.

Deputy Hamson had served with the agency for 5 years at the time of the accident. He is survived by his wife, two children, parents, and two brothers.