Lafayette County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, October 24, 1931
Add to My HeroesNorman Pearson
Sheriff Norman Pearson was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for illegally transporting liquor.
He was shot in the stomach several times and died after being transported to a hospital.
The suspect was arrested and sentenced to prison.
Sheriff Pearson had served with the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office for nearly two years. He was survived by his wife and 10 children.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 1 year, 10 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsRest in peace Sheriff Pearson. A Sunshine State hero forever.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 24, 2018
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