Greensville County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, January 31, 2014
Add to My HeroesPercy Lee House, III
Deputy Sheriff Percy House was killed in an automobile crash while responding to a call after 9:24 am.
After failing to arrive at the call, a massive search was initiated involving multiple agencies from the surrounding counties. Approximately 14 hours later, shortly before midnight, his patrol car was found submerged in a creek off Massie Branch Road. His body was recovered by a police dive team a short time later.
It is believed that his vehicle left the roadway as a result of ice.
Deputy House had served with the Greensville County Sheriff's Office for 29 years.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 29 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 185 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff House,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Greensville County. And t your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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