Riverside County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Friday, January 13, 2023
Add to My HeroesDarnell Calhoun
Deputy Sheriff Darnell Calhoun was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call in the 18500 block of Hilldale Lane in Lake Elsinore.
A call-taker heard the sounds of a struggle after an occupant of the home had called to report a child custody issue at the residence. Deputy Calhoun was the first deputy to arrive on the scene and was shot. Deputy Calhoun's backup arrived and discovered him wounded in the street. The second deputy became engaged in a shootout with the subject and wounded the man.
Deputy Calhoun was transported to Valley Medical Center where he succumbed to his wounds.
Deputy Calhoun had served with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department for 11 months and had previously served with the San Diego Police Department for two years. He is survived by his expectant wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 6097
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and wounded
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Most Recent Reflection
View all 121 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Darnell Calhoun, my deepest sympathy to your wife and children. I am so sorry that you lost your young life at the hands of this criminal. I pray that your family will be strengthened by faith to help them through their grief. Rest In Peace, Brother.
Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
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