Lakeland Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Monday, January 14, 1985
Add to My HeroesEugene E. DeBerry
Patrolman DeBerry succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in 1966 while he attempted to overtake a speeding vehicle. The accident left him permanently paralyzed and he eventually succumbed to the injuries.
Patrolman DeBerry had served with the agency for 22 years.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 22 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Tuesday, February 1, 1966
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPapa Gene,
Your story is one of victory, service, and dedication. You loved all those you met.
I wish I could have known you, but your story lives on in our whole family. I know I’ll see you someday and I hope you’ll have a big hug waiting for me.
Hillary Krieger
Granddaughter
March 31, 2021
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