Fallen Wildlife Enforcement
Since 1930, 11 officers have given their lives in service to the agency and to the conservation of North Carolina’s valuable wildlife resources.
Wildlife Officer Williamson was fatally injured in an auto accident while enroute to assist a fellow officer.
End of Watch: December 4, 1985, Sampson County
While attempting to arrest two suspects, Wildlife Officer Mayse was fatally shot.
End of Watch: Novmber 27, 1980, Northampton County
Area Leader Sigmon suffered fatal injuries when the helicopter in which he was flying crashed while he was looking for baiting violations.
End of Watch: September 1, 1978, Columbus County
Wildlife Refuge Manager McCall was fatally shot in an ambush by a fisherman to whom he had issued a citation.
End of Watch:
September 5, 1971, Burke County
When enroute to a call, Wildlife Protector Edwards was fatally injured when his vehicle collided with a bus.
End of Watch: August 3, 1963, Between Onslow & Duplin Counties
Wildlife Protector Bordeaux was killed accidentally during what appears to have been target practice.
End of Watch: April 10, 1962, Sampson County
Wildlife Protector Holler was killed in an automobile accident while carrying out his law enforcement duties.
End of Watch: October 19, 1951,
Mecklenburg County
Wildlife Agent Grover Quinn was killed in a vehicle crash near Thomasville, Davidson County, at approximately 11:30 am.
End of Watch: March 25, 1949, Davidson County
Game Protector Wright was fatally wounded by hunters during a license check.
End of Watch: October 31, 1948, Sampson County
It is believed that Game Warden Whitaker was fatally wounded by a person who had been using a spotlight to hunt deer.
End of Watch: November 15, 1936, Henderson County
Deputy Game Warden Hollowell died after being assaulted by two cousins, ages 18 and 20, outside the Chowan County Court House in Edenton. Deputy Game Warden Hollowell had just testified against them after charging them with fishing violations.
End of Watch: August 30, 1930, Chowan County