Richland Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Add to My HeroesRandy M. Vallot
Captain Randy Vallot died after contracting COVID-19 as the result of a confirmed exposure during an outbreak within the agency.
Captain Vallot had served with the Richland Parish Sheriff's Office for 18 years. He is survived by his wife and seven children.
Beginning 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 have died as a result of COVID-19, and continue to do so as the virus spreads across the United States.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour 18 years
- Badge RP-14
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Monday, August 10, 2020
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