Mount Holly Police Department, North Carolina
End of Watch Friday, December 11, 2020
Add to My HeroesTyler Avery Herndon
Police Officer Tyler Herndon was shot and killed while he and other officers responded to a burglary in progress at a car wash at 313 Beatty Drive at about 3:30 am.
The subject, 25, was shot and wounded by other officers on the scene. He was charged with first-degree murder. On July 3, 2022, he was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life without parole.
The incident occurred two days before Officer Herndon's birthday.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 148 ReflectionsThe Thin Blue Line is tattooed on the heart of every officer's family member. It is real. It is powerful. It is a solemn community. It brings us pride. It brings us sorrow.
This time it has brought great great heart break to our close Mount Holly community. The blue house lights and all the yard signs have been glorious to see!
RIP Officer Herndon. I pray peace for your family.
Ret. Officer C.A. Montgomery 's wif
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January 19, 2021
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