Anderson County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Saturday, March 12, 2005
Add to My HeroesJ. Alex Burdette
Deputy Alex Burdette died of injuries sustained several hours earlier when he was struck by a vehicle on SC 81, near the intersection of Hayes Road.
He had just finished his shift and was en route home when he came across a disabled vehicle. He was struck as he directed traffic around the vehicle.
He was flown to Greenville Memorial Hospital where he died a few hours later.
Deputy Burdette had served with the Anderson County Sheriff's Office for 4 years. He is survived by his wife and two young daughters.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 4 years
- Badge A35
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Friday, March 11, 2005
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