Deputy Sheriff Raymond Warner, Brevard County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Deputy Sheriff Raymond Warner

Brevard County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Thursday, June 13, 1996

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Raymond Warner

Deputy Warner was shot and killed when he and another deputy responded to a burglary at Merritt Island High School at 12:15 am.

The suspect had hidden under a table in a back office and attacked Deputy Warner from behind when he entered the school's office. During the struggle, the suspect was able to gain control of Deputy Warner's service weapon and shot him seven times.

The other deputy was shot in the knee but was able to return fire, killing the suspect. The suspect, who was on probation, had pleaded guilty to three previous break-ins at schools in the area and was waiting for sentencing.

Deputy Warner had served with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office for 15 years. He was survived by a son and daughter.

Bio

Age 54
Tour 15 years
Badge 145

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Shot and killed

burglary, probation violation

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Wow, came across this and it seems like it just happened yesterday. I still have very fond memories of both Ray and Scotty. As a Sheriff's Office we were very close and looked after one another. We knew each others family members and at times hung out with one another during our free time or after work. I recall the night this event had taken place . Struck me like a ton of bricks. Ray was a good ole boy whom I looked up to and always called him "Rayban". At Central Precinct while working narcotics I would run into him often. He would always produce a knife and threatened to cut my pony tail off. Scotty continued on as a pilot. I left Brevard in 1998 for a Federal Law Enforcement position. I still honor the sacrifice made by both that evening. With hopes that God blesses them both !

James F. Krause Senior Special Agent HSI
Brevard County Sheriff's Office

November 20, 2024