Deputy Sheriff Bryan "Brad" Sweetman

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Harris County Sheriff's Office, Texas
Deputy Sheriff Bryan
Deputy Sheriff Bryan
Deputy Sheriff Bryan "Brad" Sweetman

Harris County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Monday, March 4, 2024

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Bryan "Brad" Sweetman

Deputy Sheriff Brad Sweetman died from the effects of chemical exposure while providing traffic control during multi-day evacuations around the area of a chemical plant explosion in Crosby.

In August 2017, Hurricane Harvey caused devastating flooding, and as a result, the Arkema Chemical Plant's refrigeration system failed, forcing the evacuation of people within the radius of the plant. A couple of days later, emergency responders encountered a cloud of gas and went to the hospital for exposure to smoke, headaches, and nausea. Later that night, one of the trailers ignited, and the fires burned for three days.

Deputy Sweetman suffered lung damage and respiratory issues until he passed away on March 4, 2024.

Deputy Sweetman had served with the Harris County Sheriff's Office for 39 years. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, sister, brother, and grandson.

Bio

  • Age 68
  • Tour 39 years
  • Badge 3101

Incident Details

  • Cause Duty related illness
  • Incident Date Wednesday, August 30, 2017

explosion, weather

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Lord God, You are the light, the Love, and the Life. The ultimate example has been shown to us through the work and ministry of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Yet in daily life, You raised civil servants in our nation, the United States of America, who also lay down their lives for the protection of others. We magnify You, Lord God, for continuing to show us what it looks like to serve and suffer in a redemptive manner. Help us to put in practice the example of these fallen peace officers in our own lives, so that their sacrifices may not be in vain. In Christ Jesus' mighty and holy Name, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.

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