Dorchester County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, February 7, 1988
Add to My HeroesGary Douglas Blackwood
Deputy Gary Blackwood was electrocuted when he attempted to move a downed power line from the roadway, at the scene of an accident caused by a drunk driver.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Electrocuted
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