Georgia Department of Corrections, Georgia
End of Watch Tuesday, July 7, 2015
Add to My HeroesGregory Dale Mitchell
Correctional Officer Gregory Mitchell died in an industrial accident at the Hays State Prison in Trion, Georgia.
He was performing maintenance functions at the prison when he was knocked out of a mechanical cart by a ladder. He suffered fatal injuries as a result of the accident.
Officer Mitchell had served with the Georgia Department of Corrections for 25 years. He is survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
Most Recent Reflection
View all 109 ReflectionsOfficer Mitchell,
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 the state of Georgia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.
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