Georgia Department of Corrections, Georgia
End of Watch Tuesday, July 7, 2015
Add to My HeroesGregory Dale Mitchell
Correctional Officer Gregory Mitchell died in an industrial accident at the Hays State Prison in Trion, Georgia.
He was performing maintenance functions at the prison when he was knocked out of a mechanical cart by a ladder. He suffered fatal injuries as a result of the accident.
Officer Mitchell had served with the Georgia Department of Corrections for 25 years. He is survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
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