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Charles Lee Herrington Sr.

Death by Force
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Charles Lee Herrington Sr., a 30-year-old white male, tragically lost his life on April 17, 1979, in Glynn County, Georgia. Herrington, who served as a Deputy Sheriff with the Glynn County Sheriff's Office, was fatally shot in the back while performing his duties. On that fateful day, he was serving divorce papers when he was ambushed and killed. This incident marked a devastating loss for his family, colleagues, and the community he served.

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    Victim Details

    Charles Lee Herrington, Sr.

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Glynn

    GA

    1979-04-17

    30

    Charles

    Lee Herrington Sr.

    11/16/2025

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