Brandon Ray

In a devastating turn of events on a Saturday evening, a community was left to grieve the loss of a dedicated law enforcement officer. What began as a seemingly routine duty for Columbia County Sheriff's Deputy Brandon Ray Sikes ended in a violent confrontation that claimed his life. The 31-year-old deputy, a respected figure in his department, was a male who had committed his life to the service of his community.

On the evening of April 26, 2025, Deputy Sikes, along with three other depu ...

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