Deputy Sheriff Steven Edward Parsons, Orange County Sheriff's Department, California

Deputy Sheriff Steven Edward Parsons

Orange County Sheriff's Department, California

End of Watch Saturday, June 24, 2000

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Steven Edward Parsons

Deputy Steven Parsons died five days after being involved in a traffic collision while driving his police motorcycle.

Deputy Parsons was traveling through an intersection when another vehicle ran a red light, striking him. He was transported to a local hospital where he remained in critical condition before passing away. He had been employed with the Orange County Sheriff's Department for 11 years, and is survived by his wife, six year old daughter, three year old son, parents, and sister.

Bio

Age 36
Tour 11 years
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Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash
Incident Date Monday, June 19, 2000

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My thoughts and prayers are still with you, your wonderful family and friends on this, the 25th anniversary of your terrible accident. We will never forget 'ya buddy. Hope you are continuing to rest in eternal peace with all the other heroes and our Dear Lord up in heaven. Thank you for your sacrifice.

HEROES NEVER DIE.....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

June 24, 2025