Virginia Sheriff's Deputy Dies While On Duty

Aug. 21, 2017
Cpl. Gibran Barclift died Aug. 16 after suffering a medical emergency while on duty.

A Virginia Sheriff's deputy died last week after suffering a medical emergency while on duty.

Cpl. Gibran Barclift fell ill and collapsed while working his shift early Aug. 16, according to WAVY-TV.

Deputies and jail medical staff responded quickly and worked to save the 39-year-old, but their attempts were unsuccessful. He was transported to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Barclift joined the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office in 2002 and became a master deputy this past April before being promoted to corporal in July.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

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