Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, December 15, 1981
Add to My HeroesLemon Harvey
Corporal Lemon Harvey was shot and killed in the driveway of his home in Thonotosassa as he exited his patrol car at the end of his shift. He was found by children on their way to school the next morning.
The 36-year-old suspect who shot him was hired by another man, age 38, to kill him over a personal matter. Both suspects were convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole in 25 years. In 2022, they were both up for parole and denied.
Corporal Harvey had served with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office for eight years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 34 ReflectionsRest in peace Corporal Harvey. I remember you as a kid when you use to patrol our neighborhood. You were such a nice and kind Officer.
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