Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Chief Lucas, i'm sorry for what happened to you on that day 20 years ago, as your murder was unwarranted, and it shouldn't have happened. The teen that took your life was nothing but a spineless and rebellious coward, as it appears that his parents did not raise him right since he was on the run and was destined to cause harm to others, and as it turns out, that's what happened that day. Usually we don't expect teens that are 16 or younger to be as dangerous and are willing to cause harm and death, but especially now in society it's gotten even worse as teens like him become more of a threat to society, which is scary but unfortunately true. Thankfully, he was sentenced to life in prison, meaning that he can no longer keep doing the things that lead him to that point, and that he will have plenty of time to think about his actions and what he did. What bothers me is that in cases like these, the shooters or killers are below 18, meaning that something inside them had to have lead them to that point to snap, since the majority of teens aren't raised good enough by their parents, or they simply refuse to abide by the law and do what they want, which results in unfortunate cases like these. What also sickens me is that he took away not just a police officer, but he took away a husband, a father, and a role model to others, meaning that the town of French Camp suffered a tragic loss, and it bruised as a result as the town lost a good man that day, all because a teenager that believed he could get away with anything and was full of pride. However, i do not wish death upon the teen that took your life, but i do know that one day he will face judgement day for his actions, meaning that what he did that day will be between him and his God. Although it's been 20 years since you were awfully taken away from your people, i'm sure that the town will never forget you or the impact you left on them, and i also know that your son has grown up to learn about who his father was. It's a shame that your son was forced to grow up without a father in his life, but despite that, i'm positive that your son has grown up to be a good man and that he knows that his father is watching over him and is proud of him. It doesn't make sense to me that some teens especially in the current society, they're much more violent then they were before, and they have this need to cause harm and hurt others, which is a problem in itself. There's alot of violent and cruel people that roam this earth, and teens that aren't even old enough to drink are already out with guns and hanging around the wrong crowd of people, and if it isn't that, it's usually the type of things that are wrong with them on the inside and need professional help that they refuse to get. I'd like to focus on the positive side of thigns; For one, you were in law enforcement for 7 years, meaning that you spent a good portion of your life serving and protecting others and ensuring the safety of the public, especially in a small town like French Camp which isn't even at 1,000 people, but despite the small population, i think that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten for as long as time goes on, and that those who knew you will keep your name in their hearts, and that your son will keep you in his heart for as long as time goes on. I'd like to believe that your service as a part-time Chief paid off well, because those who knew you can tell others what type of man you were, as you were the kindof man that would look danger in the eyes and fight against it, as you were one of the brave men in law enforcement that would put the public's safety over his own, and if that isn't a selfless act, i don't know what is. I'm sure that as of now, the citizens of French Camp are actively remembering you, and that as long as others learn about you and your story and know that you should be remembered for how you lived, you won't really fade out as you'll still be talked about every year. I believe that as long as your name is said and you're remembered, you aren't truly dead or forgotten, as people continue to learn about you and the things you achieved in life. As for the teen that took your life however, there's alot of things i could comment on, but i think that as of now as he's sitting in his jail cell reflecting over what he could've done, i think that he knew what he did was wrong, and that his actions didn't just lead him to what he did. If anything he could've went to juvy and got his time over with and all would be said and done, but as it turns out, he did not wanna do that. But as of now, may you rest in peace knowing that your service is cherished deeply, and that no matter how much time passes, you will never be forgotten, and that your son is carrying your legacy with him, hopefully, and that you're protecting your family in spirit as you're their guardian angel, ensuring that no weapon formed against them will prosper. Rest Well Mr. Lucas

Morgan, a civilian supporter of the blue line

July 14, 2025

Remembering you on this day old friend.

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of GOD." Matthew 5:9

John Edwards, Agent III
Ms. Dept. of Corrections

February 4, 2020

A family man so young and brave, your widow, Chief Lucas will so remember your sacrifice on behalf of the state of Mississippi. Rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 1, 2018

A great friend and pal. Miss my buddy.

Lt. Jamie Flake
MHP/MBI

February 4, 2018

It’s been 13 years today and you are still in our hearts and on our minds, until we meet again.

Field Officer III John Edwards
Ms Dept of Corrections

February 4, 2018

Chief Lucas your service and sacrifice will be forever remembered by the people of Mississippi. You will never be forgotten.

Administration
Mississippi Going Blue

February 5, 2016

Anthony my Brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten! Thank you for your dedicated service to The Great State of Mississippi, the town of French Camp, and the citizens you were sworn to protect! You will never be forgotten!! Continue to rest in peace my fellow LE Brother!
"Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends." John 15:13

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of GOD." Matthew 5:9

Corporal Tony Dunn
Mississippi Highway Patrol, Troop D

February 4, 2016

We will always remember your sacrifice Anthony! Today 02-04-15 A stretch of MS Highway 15 near your home town was named in your Honor! Watch over us my Friend! RIP..

Corporal Tony Dunn
Mississippi Highway Patrol, Troop D

February 4, 2015

Anthony, although years have passed your memory is not forgotten by those of us at MDOC that had the honor of knowing and working with you. Youre always in our hearts.

Billy Meredith, FOS
MDOC-Probation Officer Co Worker

October 8, 2012

We miss you Anthony. I cant believe its been that long. We know your in a better place and will see you again.

Al Jobe Field Officer III
Miss Dept of Corrections

February 22, 2012

Thinking of you and your family on this seventh anniversary. My prayers are with your family and agency and may you rest in peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 4, 2012

Just thinking about you brother. We miss you often.

John Edwards
MDOC

April 25, 2011

Just thinking about you as I often do. Miss ya brother!

jb

March 11, 2011

Think of you often, we miss you brother.

Agent
Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics

May 31, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over them. Not a day has passed that they have not carried your memory in their heart and thought of you. I'd like to leave a short poem in your honor:

Those who we love and lose
are no longer where they were before.
They are now wherever we are.
(Author Unknown)

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 4, 2010

Dear Brenda

I am thinking of you on this Mothers Day and hold you in thought and prayer. Your mind must be flooded with memories of happy times with Anthony...how very lucky we were to have had such wonderful sons and they hold a place in our hearts that no other can fill.

In friendship, Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

May 10, 2009

Marlene (Tee)

I am thinking of you on this Mothers Day and hold you in thought and prayer.

Your friend Phyllis

Phyllis Loya
Mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 10, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

February 20, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today and every day. Continue to watch over all of them and protect them. I know the daily struggle they face without you and the terrible pain within their hearts. Wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief and let them feel your presence so they know you are near and watching over them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 4, 2009

I am remembering you with the deepest respect for the many years of distinquished service you gave to the citizens of Mississippi. On this the fourth anniversary of your tragic death, I am embracing your family in my heart and in prayer.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

Phylllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 4, 2009

I lost you 3 years ago today. I miss you more with each passing day. I love you and look to the day we will be reunited in heaven.
Love
Mama

February 4, 2008

Just wanted you and your family to know that we are thinking about them today. Three years, there are alot of hard days, some just harder than others.
I have blue candles that burn 24/7, we will never forget Chief Lucas, or the sacrifice the family has had to endure since February 4th, 2005.
Chief Lucas look Clint up tell him his mother misses him everyday.

Connie Barker F.W.B. Fl.
Mother of Clint Walker Prattville Al. E.O.W. 1-14-04

February 4, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

February 1, 2008

To The Wife And Children Of Chief.Lucas

I never has the honor to meet Anthony on a personal basis. But from the words of my brothers and fellow law officers his heart was as good as gold and would go out of his way to help all those in need at any time.

God bless you Anthony.Hero's Get Remembered...But Legends Never Die.

Officer. Troy (Dwain) Steed
French Camp Police Department

January 7, 2008

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 29, 2007