Chief Deputy Sheriff Allen Ray "Pete" Richardson

Chief Deputy Sheriff Allen Ray "Pete" Richardson

Lafayette County Sheriff's Office, Arkansas

End of Watch Monday, March 17, 2014

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Allen Ray "Pete" Richardson

Chief Deputy Sheriff Pete Richardson was killed in a three car collision on Highway 82, west of Lewisville, shortly before 3:00 pm.

He was transporting homeless man to a shelter in Miller County when the man grabbed the steering wheel, causing his department vehicle to collide with another passenger vehicle and a tractor trailer.

The subject he was transported was charged with second degree murder.

Chief Deputy Richardson had served with the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office for 19 years.

Bio

  • Age 50
  • Tour 19 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault

transport, vehicle crash

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Chief Deputy Sheriff Richardson,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lafayette County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 17, 2024

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