Lt. Jeff Bain, of Mentone, passed away this week due to complications stemming from COVID-19.
Bain died Sunday at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. He was a senior lieutenant with the DeKalb County Sheriffâs Office.
Bain served in the U.S. Army and more than 30 years in law enforcement. Nineteen of those having been with the DeKalb County Sheriffâs Office. Bain was described by colleagues as having a passion to serve his community.
Local agencies and organizations flooded Facebook with condolences after the announcement of Bainâs passing.
Sheriff Nick Welden said his and the entire DCSO staffâs hearts are hurting.