Warren County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Friday, January 5, 1979
Add to My HeroesLester E. Reid
Deputy Sheriff Lester Reid was killed in a vehicle crash while on patrol during a winter storm near Bowling Green.
Deputy Reid and another deputy were driving on U.S. 68 near the junction with the Green River Parkway when the patrol car skidded. A tractor-trailer tried to avoid the skidding patrol vehicle and struck the side of the car. Deputy Reid suffered life-ending injuries. The other deputy was transported to Bowling Green Hospital with minor injuries.
Deputy Reid was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Warren County Sheriff's Department for three years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Reid,
On today, the 46th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 5, 2025
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