Lieutenant James Roger Haddock, Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Lieutenant James Roger Haddock

Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Sunday, March 12, 2000

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James Roger Haddock

Lieutenant James Haddock died a day after his horse fell on him during a trail ride.

Lieutenant Haddock was escorting a trail ride when his horse became nervous, reared up, and fell backwards on top of him. He was flown to a local hospital where he died of his injuries.

He was responsible for creating the department's Mounted Patrol Unit, and was considered an expert horseman.

Lieutenant Haddock had been employed with the Osceola County Sheriff's Office for 20 years, and is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 55
Tour 20 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Animal related
Incident Date Saturday, March 11, 2000

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Lt. Haddock,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Osceola County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 12, 2025