Officer Jackie Phillips was killed in a single vehicle accident around 5:30 a.m. on October 1, 1988.  His patrol car ran off the roadway on Anderson Street and Struck an embankment on Beaver Creek.  The vehicle overturned into the creek.  Phillips died before fellow officers arrived.  Phillips had been with the Department only 14 months.

Sergeant Boris

On February 13, 1996, Bristol Tennessee K-9 Sgt. Boris, was killed in the line of duty.  Boris was shot while assisting in the apprehension of suspects who had shot at a local resident and another officer. Officers were called after a drive-by shooting was reported.  four suspects wrecked their vehicle and fled on foot.  Two were apprehended without incident.  Officer Gary Privette pursued the remaining suspects who fired at least 12 rounds from a 9 mm semi-automatic pistol in response.  Sgt. Boris assisted officers in tracking the suspects.  They opened fire, killing Sgt. Boris.

Prior to the incident, Sgt. Boris and his handler, Officer Harold Tucker, had spent many hours visiting elementary schools. The community's love for him was expressed in generous donations that helped the Police Department purchase additional K-9 assistance.

Officer Mark Vance

On the evening of November 27, 2004, Officer Mark Vance entered a residence on Belmont Drive to investigate a reported domestic disturbance.  Upon entering the home, Officer Vance was shot and killed.  A suspect was arrested on the scene.

Officer Vance was an officer with attributes that are rarely seen in law enforcement.  To say he was a dedicated and committed officer is only small reflection of his contribution to the City of Bristol and the community.  He was a quiet man of few words who enforced the law with discretion and enthusiasm.  Treating people with dignity and respect was the benchmark he set for all officers and it is his legacy to the Department.