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Assistant Warden James F. McPeters | Tennessee Department of Correction, Tennessee Tennessee Department of Correction, Tennessee

Assistant Warden

James F. McPeters

Tennessee Department of Correction, Tennessee

End of Watch: Monday, July 2, 1984

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Age: Not available

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Cause: Aircraft accident

Incident Date: 7/2/1984

Weapon: Not available

Suspect: Not available

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Associate Warden McPeters and Associate Warden Donald Gammons were killed in a military helicopter accident while searching for three escapees from the Turney Correction Center. The helicopter was provided by Ft. Rucker, Alabama, for use in the search. The helicopter struck a power line during the search and crashed, killing the pilot and both wardens.

One of the escapees was killed and the other two were recaptured.

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Warden Donald G. Gammons
Tennessee Department of Correction, Tennessee
End of Watch: Monday, July 2, 1984
Cause: Aircraft accident

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

I pray for the soloce of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phylllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater
December 26, 2012

 

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