Moss Point Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Thursday, October 17, 2002
Add to My HeroesLarry DeWayne Lee
Officer Larry Lee was killed when a suspect's Chevy Blazer struck his patrol car as the suspect fled from another officer.
The suspect had been stopped on Mississippi Route 63 near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge that crosses over the Escatawpa River. When the officer exited his patrol car, the suspect fled crossing over the center divide and driving southbound in the northbound lanes.
Officer Lee was responding to assist the other officer when his patrol car was struck head on by the suspect's vehicle. Officer Lee was thrown 200 feet from his car and died at the scene.
The suspect exited his vehicle and attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended by a responding officer and a civilian who witnessed the incident. The suspect was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Officer Lee had been employed with the Moss Point Police Department for six years, and had also served for eight years with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. Officer Lee is survived by his son.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 105
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 113 ReflectionsLarry, i just met your parents today. It was my first time meeting them and they love and miss you alot. They spoke often of you and have remembrances all over their house and yard. You have awesome proud parents. Thank you for your service.
RIP
Rory Downey
Friend
January 14, 2022
Recent LODD Deaths

Deputy Sheriff William Petry
Floyd County Sheriff's Office, KY
EOW: June 30, 2022

Captain Ralph Frasure
Prestonsburg Police Department, KY
EOW: June 30, 2022

Deputy Sheriff Bradley Johnson
Bibb County Sheriff's Office, AL
EOW: June 30, 2022

Reserve Officer Jeffrey Richardson
Poteet Police Department, TX
EOW: June 29, 2022

Sergeant Richard Lopez
Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, AZ
EOW: June 28, 2022

Detention Officer Jeremiah James Story
Perry County Sheriff's Office, AR
EOW: June 22, 2022

Deputy Sheriff Austin Derek Aldridge
Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office, SC
EOW: June 21, 2022

Deputy Sheriff J'Mar Colin Abel
Chambers County Sheriff's Office, AL
EOW: June 20, 2022

Police Officer Joseph Anthony Santana
El Monte Police Department, CA
EOW: June 14, 2022