Deputy Sheriff Roger Dale Lynch
Survivors
His wife Debbie, son David, daughter Amanda, a brother and sister
Incident
Deputy Roger Lynch was shot and killed after responding to a domestic violence call.
Deputy Lynch arrived at the residence after an 18-year-old girl called 911 to report her parents were fighting. When Deputy Lynch entered the house, the suspect fired at least eight rounds from a rifle, four of which hit Deputy Lynch, killing him. Deputy Lynch was able to fire one round that struck the suspect in the chest, killing him. The 18-year-old daughter was also wounded in the exchange.
In addition to the semi-automatic rifle, the suspect was found to be armed with a loaded handgun and three additional clips of ammunition. Investigators also found a stockpile of over 50 guns in the home.
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Tributes
There are 3 tributes for Deputy Sheriff Roger Dale Lynch.
It's hard to believe that it has been almost 2 years since you were taken from us, it seems like just yesterday i saw you drive away headed to the call that turned out to be your last. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you, this placewill never be the same. Debbies birthday is this weekend, it's still so hard to celebrate these good times without you. I sit back and reflect on all the many of long nights we spent in the cruiser, how scared i was of your driving, and the drunk that stomped my campaign hat, i don't think i have ever seen you laugh so hard. I looked so forward to working for you as the next Sheriff, I wish you didnt have to leave so soon. If you could come back for just a minute, I would just like to say thank you for the influence you had on my life, and the impact you have had on this community. You will always be one of my best friends. May you rest in Peace. Justin Puckett 4-3-07