Buncombe County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Monday, March 18, 1974
Add to My HeroesErvin Leonard Penland
Auxiliary Deputy Ervin Penland succumbed to injuries sustained on January 15th, 1974, while he and his partner pursued a vehicle along Beaverdam Road at about 7:30 pm.
He was ejected from the vehicle and suffered serious injuries. He was transported to a local hospital before being transported to the VA Hospital, where he remained until succumbing to his injuries.
Deputy Penland had served as full-time deputy for four years before resigning two weeks before the crash to take a higher-paying job in the private sector. He continued with the department as an unpaid volunteer auxiliary deputy after resigning.
He was survived by his wife and daughters.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 722
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Tuesday, January 15, 1974
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Penland,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Buncombe County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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