Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, New York
End of Watch Thursday, March 31, 1966
Add to My HeroesCharles Scott
Deputy Sheriff Charles Scott drowned in the Hudson River, approximately 50 feet from the Day Line Dock (modern day Victor C. Waryas Park) in the area of the Mid-Hudson Bridge when his boat capsized as he and another deputy attempted to recover the body of a college student.
The other deputy was pulled to safety but Deputy Scott was unable to swim to safety and drowned.
Deputy Scott had served with the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office for eight years.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsHe was my fun and loving Uncle. I was only a child at the time but he left me with wonderful e
Christine Dunn
Niece
April 1, 2023
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