Deputy Sheriff James A. Allen, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Deputy Sheriff James A. Allen

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Tuesday, May 21, 1974

James A. Allen

Deputy Allen suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a jail inmate. He had been with the agency for nine years.

Bio

Age 55
Tour 9 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack

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The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association

August 20, 2016