Deputy Sheriff Dennis Wayne Bryant

Deputy Sheriff Dennis Wayne Bryant | Benton County Sheriff's Office, Washington
Benton County Sheriff's Office, Washington
Deputy Sheriff Dennis Wayne Bryant

Benton County Sheriff's Office, Washington

End of Watch Monday, April 22, 1991

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Dennis Wayne Bryant

Deputy Bryant was killed by a drunk driver who was driving with his head lights turned off. Deputy Bryant was responding to backup another deputy who was pursuing a domestic assault suspect. The drunk driver had just left a local bar after being involved in an altercation and had turned off his lights after seeing the first deputy's patrol car, fearing he would be arrested.

The drunk driver struck Deputy Bryan's vehicle head-on and both men were killed. Toxicology reports showed that the driver had a BAC of .10 and had smoked marijuana shortly before the incident.

Deputy Bryant had served with the agency for almost 4 years and had served in law enforcement for 10 years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and brother.

Bio

  • Age 30
  • Tour 10 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
  • Offender Killed in crash
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Deputy Sheriff Bryant,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a LEO but for our Country as well when you served with the USAF. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

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April 22, 2021

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