How Did James Hamby Die? Know Everything About the American Detective

The Richmond County Sheriff, James Hamby passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 36. The death news was confirmed by Richmond County’s official Facebook handle.

Stick with us! And read more to know everything about James Hamby, including what happened to him, what was the actual cause of his death, and many more.

Who was James Hamby?

James Hamby, a native of Houston, Texas worked as a criminal investigator and the sheriff’s office’s Crime Stoppers coordinator. Reportedly, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2005 after graduating from high school. He has consistently provided his services and was fully devoted to the department without taking any time off.

Before joining the U.S Marine Corps, he was in the military for ten years, serving on two separate deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Hamby takes retirements after 12 years of service, and the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office hired him as a deputy in 2017.

Also, he completed his graduation from Richmond Community College with an Associate in Arts degree. Later Hamby also participated in the “No Barriers” event, and he created “Walk for a Purpose,” a three-phase walk at Hinson Lake to support disabled soldiers and others.

How did James Hamby die ?

James Hamby’s death was made public by Sheriff Mark Gulledge on Thursday, November 17. He wrote a statement on his sudden passing “Detective James Hamby had died unexpectedly. He passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday night surrounded by his family members.”


A post by Richmond County (NC) Emergency Services reads: “Words cannot explain how much you will be missed in this county, particularly by your public safety family. We send our most heartfelt condolences to the men and women of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, as well as the family of Detective James Hamby. You will certainly be forever in our hearts.”

What Was the Cause of James Hamby’s Death?

No official confirmation regarding the cause of James Hamby’s death has been made by anyone. The actual cause of his death is not yet known at the time of writing. However, they will soon release further information about his funeral ceremony.

Tributes on James hamby deat

Since this news came out, everyone started paying their condolences for James Hamby’s soul, across different social media platforms.

James’ aunt Marie’s statement: “My nephew my sister Delia’s son James Allen Hamby. Such a heartbreaking tragedy. Please lift his family now. Especially his children, father, wife, and siblings. No one ever knows…

County Journal: “Detective James Hamby gives a hug to Gracie Loftis in December of 2021 after an afternoon of shopping together during the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office 2nd Annual Shop with a Deputy program.

Teresa Thomas: “Prayers are sent for comfort, strength, and peace for Detective James Hamby’s family, coworkers, and friends.

”Allison Allred: “He was such an involved, loving Dad. My heart breaks for his family, his wife, and his girls. Kendall is a friend of Lucas’s and she adored her Daddy!”We hope that this article will provide you with all the necessary details about his death.

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