Nassau County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Add to My HeroesEric James Oliver
Deputy Sheriff Eric Oliver was struck and killed by a vehicle while involved in a foot pursuit of a subject near the intersection of State Road 200 and Chester Road at approximately 7:30 am.
He and another deputy had responded to backup several United States Border Patrol agents who were interviewing several subjects at a gas station. One of the subjects being questioned fled on foot with Deputy Oliver and the second deputy in pursuit. Deputy Oliver was struck by a vehicle as he chased the subject across the roadway.
The man being pursued fled the scene but was later apprehended and held on felony charges of entering the United States illegally.
Deputy Oliver was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Nassau County Sheriff's Office for seven years. He is survived by his 6-year-old daughter, parents, and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 945
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 207 ReflectionsEric just wanted to let you know that Garth and I honored you again this year during the Police Unity Tour. We wore your EOW bracelet for 260 miles from Philadelphia to Washington DC for Police week. I feel so honored to have known you, worked with you, and drank beer with you.
Your daughter is growing so face. Rest easy brother we have been standing the watch in your honor since you went 10-82.
You Will Never Be Forgotten.
Deputy Wilfred "Bill" Quick
Nassau County Sheriff's Office
May 15, 2019
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