Deputy Sheriff Lummie Sanders, Sr., Geauga County Sheriff's Department, Ohio

Deputy Sheriff Lummie Sanders, Sr.

Geauga County Sheriff's Department, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, July 28, 1965

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Lummie Sanders, Sr.

Deputy Sheriff Lummie Sanders was killed in a three-car vehicle crash on Mayfield Road while responding to a domestic disturbance call.

Deputy Sanders and another deputy were driving eastbound when a westbound car turned left in front of them, causing a collision. The patrol car then struck another car head-on. Deputy Sanders was killed instantly. His partner sustained serious injuries and recovered.

Deputy Sanders had served with the Geauga County Sheriff's Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife and eight children.

Bio

Age 52
Tour 9 years
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Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

response driving, vehicle crash

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Deputy Sheriff Sanders,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Geauga County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 28, 2025