Macon County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Saturday, July 29, 2023
Add to My HeroesWilliam Cherry
Sergeant William Cherry was killed in a vehicle crash on Highway 10, near Long Creek Road, at about 12:30 am.
He was traveling southbound when an oncoming vehicle crossed the center line and struck his patrol car head-on, causing him to suffer fatal injuries. The other driver suffered severe injuries. Neither Sergeant Cherry nor the other driver were wearing their seatbelts.
Sergeant Cherry had served with the Macon County Sheriff's Office for five years and had served in law enforcement for more than 10 years. He had previously served with the Red Boiling Springs Police Department, Clay County Sheriff's Office, and Celina County Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and parents.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 67
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 70 ReflectionsSgt. Cherry,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Macon County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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