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Stephen LaCruz Thomas ("Cruz")
- May. 21, 2014 -
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| Resided: |
Canon GA, USA
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| Born: | Unk |
| Fallen: | May. 21, 2014 |
| Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 26 yrs. of age |
| | Agency |
| Dept: | Franklin County Sheriff's Office - GA
1 James Little Street
Carnesville, GA
30521 USA
(706)245-8752 |
| County: | Franklin |
| Dept. Type: | County/Police |
| Hero's Rank: | Deputy |
| Sworn Date: | Unk |
| FBI Class: | Crash |
| Weapon Class: | Vehicle |
| Duties: | Cruz was part time with Franklin County and a full time deputy with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. |
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| Bio: Thomas was a father and attended Franklin County High School and North Georgia Technical College. |
| Survived by: |
Taliya LaCruz Thomas - Daughter
8-month-old
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Fatal Incident Summary
| Offender: |
No Info
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| Location: |
I-85
Franklin County,
GA
USA
Wed. May. 21, 2014
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| Summary: |
Deputy Sheriff Cruz Thomas was killed in a vehicle crash on I-85 while attempting to catch a traffic violator at approximately 9:00 pm.
A tractor trailer traveling in the same direction attempted to change lanes, causing Deputy Thomas' vehicle to leave the highway, overturn, and strike several trees. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputy Cruz's father serves as the sheriff of Franklin County. Deputy Cruz also served with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office.
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Last Updated: May. 28, 2014 |
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