Deputy Sheriff Robert King Vann

Deputy Sheriff Robert King Vann | Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
Deputy Sheriff Robert King Vann

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama

End of Watch Friday, September 27, 1889

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Robert King Vann

Deputy Vann was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant on a man. The suspect immediately opened fire with a shotgun, killing Deputy Vann. The suspect fled the scene but was shot and killed by a posse four hours later.

Deputy Vann was survived by his wife and children.

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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Shotgun
  • Offender Shot and killed

warrant service

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. I am privileged to pay tribute to you. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 124th anniversary year of your death.

Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

August 7, 2013

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