Fallen Hero
Police Officer Scott Eric Bell, Zone 6, Patrol
End of Watch: Friday, October 12, 2007

Biographical Info
Age: 50
Tour of Duty: 7 years
Badge Number: 7872

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Traffic Crash
Date of Incident: Friday, October 12, 2007
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Charges pending

Officer Scott Bell was killed, on duty, when a vehicle pulled in front of his patrol car.
Officer Bell was returning from a call on Heckscher Drive when a van traveling on New Berlin Road collided with his cruiser. Officer Bell's vehicle spun out of control, hit a power pole and caught fire. This is an ongoing investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. 

Officer Bell had served with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for 7 years. He is survived by his wife, mother, and one brother.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Police Officer Scott Eric Bell's family and friends. We have lost  a respected officer, and a member of our JSO family. Scott will be greatly missed," said John H. Rutherford, Sheriff.