Highlands County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Monday, July 10, 1995
James E. Rodgers
Inspector James Rodgers and Captain Robert Hopton were killed when their plane crashed while assisting deputies who responding to a burglary in progress.
Inspector Rodgers had served with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office for four years. He is survived by his wife and daughters.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 501
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
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Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.
A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:
"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9
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