Officer Down

Deputy Sheriff John Willis
Greene County Sheriff's Office North Carolina
End of Watch: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Age: 31
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Deputy John Willis was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at approximately 7:30 pm.

As Deputy Willis, who was not wearing a vest, entered the home a male subject came out of a bedroom and opened fire, striking him twice. The suspect then committed suicide.

Deputy Willis is survived by his son and daughter.

Rest in Peace Bro…We’ll Continue The Watch
Day is done, gone the sun,
From the lake, from the hills,
From the sky.
All is well, safely rest,
God is nigh.