Georgetown County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, July 21, 1949
Add to My HeroesClaude M. Parsons
Deputy Sheriff Claude Parsons was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a vehicle suspected of transporting illegal whiskey.
He and two other deputies were chasing the vehicle on Conway Highway and were attempting to pass two other vehicles when one of the cars attempted to turn left, causing their patrol car to swerve and crash.
Deputy Parsons had served with the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office for 18 months. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, two sons, three grandchildren, parents, and nine siblings.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Parsons,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Georgetown County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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