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I know that some of you in this forum don't have a whole lot of use for the police, and some have expressed thier opinions about legalizing weed and all that other stuff. However, I am compelled to post this message because of the deep sense of honor for a friend of mine who was killed on Wednesday at approximately 0545.

 

Lt. Douglas "Wade" Sharp, a 20 year veteran of the Covington Police Department was killed while protecting his 8 year old daughter from a falling tree that struck this tent while they were camping at the Natchez Trace campgrounds in Mississippi. He must have sensed some danger - he rolled over on top of her - shielding her and the tree struck him in the back of the head, killing him instantly. He is survived by his daughter and wife.

 

My fellow officers and I brought his remains home today.

 

I knew Wade well - had spoken with him Monday morning about his upcoming trip and he invited me to have breakfast with him. To my sadness and regret I declined that invitation.

 

There hath no greater love them a man who would give up his life so another may live. When I must die I can only hope that I do it as honorably as he did.

 

Godspeed Wade, I know that heaven is a much better place now that He has brought you home. You may rest easy - we will take the watch from here.

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My best regards to you, your co-workers, and the family of Lt. Sharp. In my 25+ year career with San Diego Sheriff's Dept., I have experienced a lot of tragedy regarding my fellow deputies being injured, wounded, and killed. Through it all, one thing remains constant. Each of us has chosen to do a job most people would never even consider and each of us would not have it any other way. Heroism is in most "good" people regardless of their occupation and your friend died saving his daughter. I think all of us on CC can relate to that..

 

Remi

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Add to the list my condolences, I know many an official of the law that are out to do right, and not what the book says is right. He passed away doing what any person should do' protect their own. In that regard, I commend him. I can only wish my passing would be similar to his; saving anouther life. I will openly admit I am not a religious person, but I know full well that he is in a better place than here, and is happy, just awaiting the time to see his family and friends.

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