Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, June 26, 2011
Charles Allen VanMeter
Deputy Charles VanMeter was killed in an automobile accident on State Highway 6, in Manvel, at approximately 10:30 pm.
An eastbound pickup truck caused a collision when it turned left off of Highway 6 to enter a gas station near FM 1128, failing to yield to the oncoming patrol car. Deputy VanMeter, the passenger in the patrol car, sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. His partner was flown to a hospital in critical condition.
Deputy VanMeter had served with the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office for five years. He is survived by his parents, sister, and grandparents.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 1369
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 239 ReflectionsRest in Peace Deputy Sheriff Charles Allen Vanmeter. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice protecting the citizens of Brazoria County, Texas.
I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.
Amen.
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