Escambia County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, May 3, 1980
Add to My HeroesFloyd Douglas Heist, Sr.
Deputy Sheriff Floyd Heist was shot and killed while attempting to negotiate with a suspect to release a hostage during an armed robbery.
He was the first officer on scene and entered the business before the armed robbery was confirmed. When the suspect saw him he took a hostage. While Deputy Heist attempted to negotiate the hostage's release the suspect suddenly shot him.
Deputy Heist had served with the Escambia County Sheriff's Office for 9-1/2 years. He is survived by his wife, three sons, and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 9 years, 7 months
- Badge 119
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender sentenced to live without parole
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Heist,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Escambia County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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