Pamlico County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Add to My HeroesRussell Earl Lavarl Jones
Sergeant Russell Jones suffered a fatal heart attack after responding to a disruptive inmate at the Pamlico County Detention Center in Bayboro.
While trying to subdue the inmate at 8:33 p.m., Sergeant Jones was punched in the face. Fifteen minutes later, Sergeant Jones collapsed. Despite life-saving measures, he was unable to be resuscitated.
Sergeant Jones had served with the Pamlico County Sheriff's Office for four years. He is survived by his mother and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 84 ReflectionsSgt. Jones,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pamlico County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 6, 2024
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