by Robin Kemp
The Clayton County Police Department held its annual Candlelight Vigil for fallen officers and deputies online due to COVID-19 concerns. Watch:
“The Candlelight Vigil is a representation of peace, honor, tranquility, respect, and love for those officers we have lost through the years,” CCPD said in a press release. “For the families of these fallen law enforcement officers, we are forever mindful of the sacrifices of your loved ones. They are always in our hearts and you will always be a part of this family. We shall never forget.”
The Clayton Crescent salutes those who gave their lives in the line of duty:
Fred E. Parker
Patrolman, Clayton County Police Department
EOW April 28, 1959: vehicle crash during chase
Judy Virginia Johnson
Crossing Guard, Clayton County Police Department
EOW January 12, 1979: struck by vehicle
Robert Gerald Bridges
Lieutenant, Clayton County Sheriff’s Office
EOW July 9, 1986: shot during training exercise
Michael Adair Davis
Sergeant, Clayton County Police Department
EOW October 18, 2005: vehicle crash during chase
Shawn Robert Newlin
Patrolman, Clayton County Police Department
EOW March 4, 2007: motorcycle crash during funeral escort
Richard Joseph Daly
Deputy, Clayton County Sheriff’s Office
EOW July 20, 2011: shot during traffic stop
Sean Louis Callahan
Patrolman, Clayton County Police Department
EOW December 18, 2012: shot during foot chase
Darryl Deon Wallace
Patrolman, Clayton County Police Department
EOW March 15, 2015: vehicle crash while responding to call
