Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Thursday, September 22, 1988
Add to My HeroesRichard Lee Samuels
Detective Richard Samuels suffered a fatal attack during a foot pursuit of an escapee.
Detective Samuels was in the courthouse waiting to testify in a trial when a prisoner broke free of other deputies and fled the courthouse. Detective Samuels, who observed the incident, chased the prisoner towards a neighboring elementary school but suffered a fatal heart attack during the pursuit.
Other deputies apprehended the suspect inside of the school.
Detective Samuels was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsSam , I thank of you so often . We had some eventful times together you are truly missed Sergeant. I count our times together with you sharing your wisdom as my true blessings.Rest in peace old friend.
Corporal Fredrick Mullen
Spotsylvania County Sheriffs Office
April 16, 2022
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