Roane County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Tuesday, March 15, 1983
Add to My HeroesDennis Ray Armes
Deputy Sheriff Dennis Armes was shot and killed after stopping a vehicle on Highway 58 approximately six miles south of Kingston, Tennessee.
The subjet shot at him three times and struck him once. Deputy Armes was able to return fire, but his gun jammed after several shots. Deputy Armes, who was not wearing a vest at the time, was struck in the chest and killed.
The suspect was sentenced to life in prison. He was denied parole in 2004, 2008, 2012, and 2016. He subsequently died in prison in May 2020.
Deputy Armes had served with the Roane County Sheriff's Office for two years. He was survived by his daughter, son, parents, two brothers, and sister.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 7
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Died in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 70 ReflectionsI want to say as your son, It is all over...me and Chris never have to face the guy again. He is gone. Miss you tons I wish you were here to see what I have done with my life. Love you and miss you!
Jefferson Armes
Son
May 31, 2020
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