Richland Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Monday, November 2, 2020
Add to My HeroesLoyd Ray Hamm
Lieutenant Loyd Hamm died as a result of complications after contracting COVID-19 while on duty.
Lieutenant Loyd had served with the Richland Parish Sheriff's Office for 17 years. He is survived by his wife, three children, three grandchildren, mother, and six siblings.
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 52
- Tour 17 years
- Badge RP-5
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Friday, October 9, 2020
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