Forsyth County woke up to heartbreaking news Saturday morning after one of its own, Deputy Kaleb Mitchell, died in a crash while on duty, according to the sheriff's office. The office said Mitchell "transitioned while serving and protecting" and asked the public to keep his family and colleagues in their thoughts and prayers. Officials have not yet released full details about the circumstances of the crash.
Sheriff's Office Remembers Mitchell
The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office said it is mourning Deputy Mitchell's death and confirmed that he died in the line of duty. Sheriff Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr. praised Mitchell's commitment to service, saying, "What greater love than a man's service for his community? Willing to lay down his life for others," as reported by WXII. According to WXII, Mitchell previously served with the King Police Department before joining the sheriff's office.
Gov. Josh Stein Offers Support
In a post on X, Gov. Josh Stein said he had called Sheriff Kimbrough and pledged the state's support for the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office. The governor also asked people to keep Deputy Mitchell's family in their thoughts and prayers.
Memorial Set For Sheriff's Office
The sheriff's office said a memorial will be held in front of the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office on North Church Street where community members can pay their respects. That building is listed on the county website at 301 North Church Street in downtown Winston-Salem, according to the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office. Officials said more information about the crash will be released when it becomes available, and WXII reported that investigators had not yet announced the cause or circumstances.
This is a developing story. Officials have asked residents to keep Deputy Mitchell's family in their thoughts and prayers.
