Ottawa County Sheriff's Department, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, August 22, 1989
Add to My HeroesArlyn Lee Gort
Reserve Deputy Arlyn Gort was struck and killed by the driver of a vehicle while he was directing traffic at the scene of an accident.
The driver that struck him was looking at the accident and claimed not to have seen the deputy.
Deputy Gort was survived by his wife, five children, and 11 grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour Not available
- Badge 202
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 22 ReflectionsDeputy Gort,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ottawa County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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