Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Department, Alabama
End of Watch Sunday, May 25, 1986
Add to My HeroesLeonard Wilbur Brand
Deputy Brand was shot and killed when he and another deputy responded to a domestic violence call. The other deputy was also shot and wounded. The suspect committed suicide later in the day.
Deputy Brand was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsBrother Leonard I remember the day you left us like yesterday. I also remember the good times we had. God Bless.
Detective Chris Murray
Auburn Police Division
October 30, 2019
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