Deputy Sheriff Steven LaCruz Thomas, Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Georgia

Deputy Sheriff Steven LaCruz Thomas

Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Georgia

End of Watch Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Steven LaCruz Thomas

Deputy Sheriff Cruz Thomas was killed in a vehicle crash on I-85, near mile marker 163, while attempting to catch a traffic violator at approximately 9:00 pm.

A tractor trailer traveling in the same direction attempted to change lanes, causing Deputy Thomas' vehicle to leave the highway, overturn, and strike several trees. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Deputy Cruz's father serves as the sheriff of Franklin County. Deputy Cruz also served with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office and had served in law enforcement for seven years. He was survived by his 8-month-old daughter.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 7 years
Badge 612

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

traffic stop

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John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
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September 11, 2018