Spalding County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, July 3, 2011
Add to My HeroesJames D. "Dee" Stewart
Sheriff Dee Stewart succumbed to injuries sustained 10 days earlier when his patrol vehicle was struck by another vehicle at the intersection of Moose Lodge Road and Highway 19/41 in Griffin.
Sheriff Stewart was turning off of Moose Lodge Road when he was struck by the other vehicle. The other vehicle was being driven by his grandson, who also serves with the Spalding County Sheriff's Department but was off duty. The sheriff was flown to Atlanta Medical Center where he remained until succumbing to his injuries on July 3rd.
Sheriff Stewart had served in law enforcement for 40 years. Before being elected sheriff he served with the Griffin Police Department.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour 40 years
- Badge 101
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Thursday, June 23, 2011
Most Recent Reflection
View all 119 ReflectionsSheriff Stewart,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Spalding County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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