St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Monday, August 26, 1985
Add to My HeroesHarold Lavier Holerger
Sergeant Holerger was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at the entrance of Westwood High School, in Ft. Pierce, at the start of school.
Sergeant Holerger had served with the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office for 18 years.
Bio
- Age 69
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsRemembering the 18+ years of service of Sergeant Lavier Holerger. It does not go unnoted that Sgt. Holerger was in harm's way sacrificing his own safety to ensure safe passage of children in St. Lucie County. While the role of police in schools has a different perspective now, Sgt. Holerger's focus on our kids safety remains in the hearts of law enforcement today. Thoughts remain with Sgt. Holerger's loved ones and the members of the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office. His service and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Gary L. Howze, Director
Florida Office of the Attorney General
August 25, 2021
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