Wilcox County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Add to My HeroesRobert Daniel Rodgers
Sheriff Robert Rodgers was killed in a vehicle crash while responding to a domestic call at 4:09 p.m.
He was traveling on Highway 233 when his patrol vehicle left the roadway near Matthews Road. He struck a tree, and the impact overturned his vehicle on the driver's side. Sheriff Rodgers died at the scene.
Sheriff Rodgers was elected Sheriff in 2016 and was serving his second term with the Wilcox County Sheriff's Office. He had previously served with the Crips County Sheriff's Department for four years and the Twiggs County Sheriff's Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife, son, four brothers, and a granddaughter.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 22 years
- Badge Wilcox 1
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 79 ReflectionsSheriff Rodgers,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wilcox County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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