Isle of Wight County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, November 8, 1969
Earley Edward Blount, Sr.
Deputy Sheriff Earley Blount was killed in an automobile accident while in pursuit of a man wanted for traffic violations.
During the pursuit the suspect forced Deputy Blount's patrol car off of the road and into a tree, causing fatal injuries.
Deputy Blount was the first black sheriff's deputy in Isle of Wight County and received the position after serving as a special police officer for one year.
Bio
- Age 62
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsI never had the chance to meet my Grandfather he was gone before I got here,but my dad told me all about him I love you grandpa even though I never met you
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