Sheriff Theodore Shelton Cherry, Clay County Sheriff's Office, Florida

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Theodore Shelton Cherry

Clay County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch: Sunday, July 6, 1913

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Age: 36

Tour: 2 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Weapon: Shotgun

Offender: Shot and killed

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Sheriff Cherry was shot and killed while questioning a suspect who was carrying a shotgun. The suspect fled the scene but was later shot and killed by a citizen posse.

Sheriff Cherry had served as sheriff for 2 years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and two sons.

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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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Line of duty deaths this year
92 -6%

Gunfire deaths this year
40 +48%

Auto-related deaths this year
38 +3%

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Theodore Shelton Cherry

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