Honoring Fallen Adams County Deputy Heath Gumm

Deputy Heath Gumm Swearing In

Deputy Heath GummAdams County Deputy Heath Gumm was killed on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 while protecting our Adams County community.

Deputy Gumm, 31, served honorably with the Sheriff’s Office since 2012.

                    Sheriff's Badge - Fallen Officer

Message from the Gumm Family

Our family would like to express our sincere gratitude for the incredible support and empathy expressed during this difficult time. We have truly been amazed by the generous nature of the community. Our hearts are warmed by the display of compassion from complete strangers who stood, and continue stand alongside our family. As we passed behind the tinted windows of a brightly lit motorcade, your heartfelt wishes for our husband, son and brother has given his life a beautiful purpose.
 
We have no words that appropriately say thank you for the donations  sent and offers to help to our extended law enforcement family as they continue to watch over our family and community.
 
We would also like to express our gratitude for all law enforcement officers who served by Heath’s side, and all those who now work to honor his life and service. This family support means more to us than we will ever be able to effectively describe. Please stay safe as you continue to watch over those you made a commitment to serve. You are all deeply appreciated. Finally, we respectfully ask for your continued assistance respecting our privacy as we move through this time of healing and much needed rest.

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Adams County Sheriff's Office

 

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