Pearl River Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Thursday, July 16, 2020
Add to My HeroesSteven M. Gaudet, Jr.
Captain Steven Gaudet died as the result of contracting COVID-19 during a confirmed exposure while on duty.
It is believed he was exposed during a 4th of July event at the town hall on July 3rd, 2020.
Captain Gaudet had served with the Pearl River Police Department for three years and had previously served with the New Orleans Police Department for 17 years. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and parents.
In early 2020, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the country contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic due to requirements of their job. Many of these first responders died as a result of COVID-19.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 20 years
- Badge 200
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Friday, July 3, 2020
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Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.
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