St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Friday, November 5, 1982
Add to My HeroesNelson Coleman
Deputy Coleman suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a suspect while he was attempting to serve a felony warrant.
Deputy Coleman was a United States World War II army veteran and had served with the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office for 13 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 70
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Coleman,
On today, 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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