Marion County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Add to My HeroesMichael Shawn Latu
Private First Class Mike Latu was killed in a single-vehicle crash while responding to a call for service at 1:05 am.
His vehicle left the roadway on U.S. 76 and struck a bridge pillar underneath U.S. 501 Bypass.
PFC Latu had served with the Marion County Sheriff's Office for five years and had previously served as a dispatcher.
In 2018 he was recognized as both Deputy of the Year and Patrolman of the Year.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 86 ReflectionsPFC Latu, the family has lost another member in a sad and tragic way.
God Bless you and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
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