Russell County Sheriff's Department, Alabama
End of Watch Tuesday, July 7, 1998
Add to My HeroesJames Henry Roberts, III
Deputy Jimmy Roberts succumbed to injuries he sustained on June 27, 1998, when he was struck by a motorist while he was directing traffic at the Twin Cities Classic Horse Show on US 431.
Deputy Roberts was surrounded by three marked vehicles with lights flashing and wearing a reflective vest. The vehicle which struck him was attempting to avoid a rear collision with a vehicle that had stopped.
Deputy Roberts had served with the Russell County Sheriff's Department for 18 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, a son, two stepsons, a stepdaughter, a brother, and nine grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Saturday, June 27, 1998
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsDeputy Roberts,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Russell County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
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