Edmonson County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Wednesday, June 26, 1996
Add to My HeroesEric Shane Stafford
Deputy Sheriff Eric Stafford was killed and another deputy was injured after their patrol car was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer on I-65, at the Barren County line.
The deputies were working overtime radar duty and were conducting a vehicle stop when the crash occurred.
Three people in the stopped vehicle were also killed, including two young children. The truck driver suffered minor injuries.
Deputy Stafford had served with the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office for three months. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 20 ReflectionsI was his wife. I had no idea this was even a thing. Thank you all so very much. I just don’t even have words…. Thank you
Victoria Bennett
Eric’s Wife
February 14, 2024
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