Sergeant Elio Diaz, Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Sergeant Elio Diaz

Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Sunday, December 15, 2024

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Elio Diaz

Sergeant Elio Diaz was shot and killed during a traffic stop shortly after 3:00 p.m. at 4968 Tamiami Trail in Charlotte Harbor.

During the stop, the driver pulled out a rifle and fired at Sergeant Diaz before fleeing. When he was found a few miles away, the suspect reached for his rifle and was shot and killed by deputies.

Sergeant Diaz was transported to ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte, where he succumbed to his wounds.

Sergeant Diaz had served with the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office for over 11 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.

Sergeant Diaz was posthumously promoted to Sergeant.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 11 years, 3 months
Badge 2962

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle
Offender Shot and killed

traffic stop

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Heartbroken to hear about the passing of my classmate, Elio Díaz. He gave his life while on duty and leaves behind a wife and children. Elio was a kind and dedicated man, and it’s devastating to see his life cut short in this way. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this unimaginable time.

AJB

September 30, 2025