Deputy Landon Faulkner, 24, Killed in Highway 111 Crash While Serving Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Landon Faulkner, 24, of Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office killed in Highway 111 crash after striking disabled vehicle as Tennessee Highway Patro
A tragic crash on Highway 111 has left the Hamilton County law enforcement community in mourning after Deputy Landon Faulkner, 24, of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, was killed in a collision Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through colleagues, family members, and residents across the region.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Deputy Faulkner was traveling southbound in a 2020 Ford Explorer when his vehicle collided with a disabled vehicle stopped in the travel lane near Sequatchie County. The impact of the crash caused severe injuries, and he was transported to a nearby hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.
Officials confirmed that the driver of the disabled vehicle, a 61-year-old man, was not injured in the collision. Preliminary findings indicate that Deputy Faulkner was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Authorities have stated that no charges have been filed, and the investigation remains active.
The sudden loss has deeply affected the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, where officials described Faulkner’s passing as a devastating tragedy for the department and the community he served with dedication and commitment throughout his young career in law enforcement.
Faulkner began his career in Grundy County before joining the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in 2022 after completing training through the Knoxville Police Department Explorer Cadet Program, where he was recognized for his interest in public service and his commitment to becoming a law enforcement officer.
What began as a routine drive along a dark stretch of highway turned into a heartbreaking loss that has left colleagues struggling to process the sudden passing of a young deputy whose career and life were still in their early stages.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, carefully reviewing evidence and scene details to determine how the collision occurred and whether additional factors may have contributed to the incident.
As the community reflects on this tragedy, Deputy Landon Faulkner is being remembered for his service, dedication, and the promise he represented within the law enforcement community, leaving behind a legacy that has deeply impacted those who served alongside him.