Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Monday, August 10, 2020
Add to My HeroesDudley J. Champ
Correctional Officer Dudley Champ died after contracting COVID-19 during an outbreak among staff and inmates at the Jefferson County Correctional Facility.
Officer Champ was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office for one year. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
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 58
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
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View all 48 ReflectionsThank you CO Champ for your hard work and dedication and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in the great state of Texas. You are a true American HERO. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May you forever rest in peace, my brother.
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