Cannon County Sheriff's Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Monday, January 8, 1996
Add to My HeroesIra Darby Prater
Deputy Sheriff Ira Prater was killed after being involved in an accident while responding to a call.
His patrol car left the road at Dickens Hill as the result of icy conditions.
Deputy Prater had graduated from the police academy the previous month. He was survived by his mother and brother.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 1 month
- Badge 273
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Prater,
On today, the 26th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cannon County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 8, 2022
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