Del Norte County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, June 7, 1984
Add to My HeroesErrol J. Rogers
Deputy Sheriff Errol Rogers was killed in an automobile crash while riding as a passenger on Red Mountain Road near Klamath, California.
Deputy Rogers was returning from a marijuana raid in rain and fog. The truck failed to take the curve and fell off a 280-foot cliff. The driver suffered minor injuries.
Deputy Rogers had served with the Del Norte County Sheriff's Department for one year and previously served with the San Bernadino Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, daughter, brother, father, and stepmother.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Rogers,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Del Norte County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol (Retired)
June 7, 2024