Lancaster County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, January 25, 1963
Add to My HeroesJames Alfred Brent
Deputy Brent was shot and killed when he, the sheriff, and another deputy responded to a domestic disturbance. Deputy Brent was struck by a shotgun blast as he entered the residence.
Deputy Brent had served with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office for 3 years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 49th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never dimishes respect, and your memory will always be honored and revered. .
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 25, 2012
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