Dothan Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Monday, October 27, 2014
Add to My HeroesJeffrey Wayne Garrett
Sergeant Jeffrey Garrett suffered a fatal heart attack while participating in a 2-mile training run with other officers in Westgate Recreational Park shortly after 8:00 am.
They had just completed the run and were talking when Sergeant Garrett suddenly collapsed. The other officers immediately began CPR until medics arrived. He was transported to Flowers Hospital where he passed away.
Sergeant Garrett was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He had served with the Dothan Police Department for 22 years and was assigned as the training supervisor. He is survived by his wife, three children, and two stepchildren.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 22 years
- Badge 364
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 139 ReflectionsSgt. Garrett,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
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