Deputy Sheriff Wayne Martin Bryant Jr.
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
Arkansas
End of Watch: Friday, March 18, 1988

Biographical Info
Age: 23
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, March 18, 1988
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Shot and killed

Deputy Bryant was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call. The suspect opened fire on Deputy Bryant and his partner as they approached the residence.

Despite being mortally wounded, Deputy Bryant was able to return fire and killed the suspect.

Deputy Bryant had served with the agency for 2 years. He was survived by his fiancee, parents, two sisters, and two brothers.