| February 10, 2000
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Capt. John
Garlington died in the line of duty in Bienville Parish. He was 53.
Garlington left his home on Mill Creek Reservoir in Saline at 5
a.m. on Feb 10 to investigate reports of illegal gill net activity
and never returned. His body was recovered on Feb. 13 after an
extensive search. |
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Garlington, former LSU All-American and Cleveland Browns’ defensive
linebacker, began training as an LDWF enforcement cadet in December
1986. In May 1998, he was promoted to captain and supervisor of the
LDWF Region 1 office in Minden.
Col. Winton Vidrine, LDWF Enforcement Division administrator, said
Garlington was an excellent agent and supervisor who enjoyed his job
tremendously.
He is survived by his wife, Karen and a son, Seth. He is preceded in
death by a son, Moses. Funeral arrangements are being handled by
Southern Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Tentative plans include
visitation at Southern Funeral Home on Feb. 15 from 6 - 10 p.m. and
Feb. 16 from 8 a.m. - 12 noon. Funeral services will be held Feb. 16
at 2 p.m. at the Jonesboro High School football stadium. |
Related Articles & Resources
• Louisiana Wildlife Agents Association
• Officer Down Memorial Page
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