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Sheriff Norman Pearson | Lafayette County Sheriff's Office, Florida Lafayette County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Sheriff

Norman Pearson

Lafayette County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch: Saturday, October 24, 1931

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 54

Tour: 1 year, 10 months

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Weapon: Shotgun

Offender: Not available

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Sheriff Norman Pearson was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for illegally transporting liquor.

He was shot in the stomach several times and died after being transported to a hospital.

The suspect was arrested and sentenced to prison.

Sheriff Pearson had served with the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office for nearly two years. He was survived by his wife and 10 children.

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The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association
August 27, 2016

 

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