Braxton County Sheriff's Department, West Virginia
End of Watch Friday, September 11, 1981
Add to My HeroesVincent T. Zummo
Sheriff Zummo was killed in a helicopter accident while performing a marijuana eradication flight. The helicopter was flying at a low altitude when the rotor struck overhead electric lines. The helicopter crashed and caught fire.
Sheriff Zummo was survived by his wife, who was appointed to fill his un-expired term as Sheriff, and son. He had served with the Braxton County Sheriff's Department for 12 years.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 1
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsRest in peace Sheriff Zummo.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 24, 2021
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