North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina
End of Watch Monday, December 12, 1949
Add to My HeroesClyde Brown Avent
Patrolman Clyde Avent was struck and killed by an automobile while conducting a checkpoint near the intersection of North Church Street and Thomas Street in Rocky Mount.
The driver of the vehicle was acquitted of wrongdoing by a jury on February 1, 1950.
Patrolman Avent served with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for nine years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
The overpass of NC64 at I95 in Nash County is named in his honor.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman Avent,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of North Carolina. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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December 12, 2024
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