St. Petersburg Salutes Reserve Officer William 'Fletch' Warner on His Remarkable 55-Year Law Enforcement Career

The St. Petersburg Police Department is bidding farewell to Reserve Officer and Armorer William Fletcher Warner, known as Fletch, after a 55-year career in law enforcement. Warner began his career in 1970, serving in various roles including K-9 Officer, Narcotics Detective, Marine Unit member, Street Crimes Unit officer, High-Liability Training Officer, and SWAT Officer. At the age of 50, he returned to the SWAT Team as a Sharpshooter and became its senior-most member.

According to the St. Petersburg Police Department's Facebook post, after retiring in 2005, Warner continued to serve as the department’s Armorer, maintaining the department’s weaponry. In 2019, during the opening of the new Training Center, he fired the first shot at the state-of-the-art gun range, symbolizing his long commitment to the department.

Known for his athleticism, Fletch was also known for cycling to work, running, and swimming during his breaks. His retirement is marked by the department’s gratitude for his dedication and contributions. The St. Petersburg Police Department expressed their appreciation for his service, noting that his impact will be felt for generations.