University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Friday, July 31, 2020
Add to My HeroesParnell Guyton
Sergeant Parnell Guyton died after contracting COVID-19 in a presumed exposure while on duty.
Sergeant Guyton had served with the University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department for 16 years. He is survived by his wife and son.
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 47
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Friday, March 27, 2020
Most Recent Reflection
View all 50 ReflectionsOfficer Guyton, thank you for your service to the academic community and the community as a whole. You are in my prayers as are those who personally feel the pain of your passing.
God Bless, Brother and may you forever Rest in Peace.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
January 21, 2021
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