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First Responders

Fallen Officer Sgt Gordon William Best

First Responders
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United States
South Carolina
Created January 2nd, 2021
Raised$67,862
Donations823
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Days ran84

Their story

Sergeant Gordon Best was killed in a vehicle crash on Highway 17 S, near 39th Avenue S, while responding to a call at about 4:00 am.

His patrol car left the roadway and struck a utility pole during a period of rain.

Sergeant Best had served with the North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety for seven years.

Sergeant Best leaves behind his wife of 5 years, Taylor, two young kids, Braxton (4) and Blakely (2).

Sergeant Best has been a lifelong family member of the North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety. Both of his parents retired from the agency, accounting for over 50 years of service to North Myrtle Beach citizens.


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Irene Gross
Irene Gross donated $100

Thank you for your service in protecting our community. Our son is in law enforcement, so we know the sacrifices that are made by our police officers. Deepest sympathy to Officer Best's family.

5 years ago
PAUL COHEN
PAUL COHEN donated $25
5 years ago
Joseph Lestingi
Joseph Lestingi donated $100
5 years ago
Robert Simeone
Robert Simeone donated $100

Sgt. Best was such a great partner of ours for so many years. A calming respectful presence when ever he was called to assist. A true testament to what service to our community is really all about. RAS

5 years ago
Charles Stahlecker
Charles Stahlecker donated $100

Sincere condolences to the Best family🙏🏻🙏🏻

5 years ago
Victor Romano
Victor Romano donated $50

So sorry for your loss.

5 years ago
Gabriel Pantaleo
Gabriel Pantaleo donated $100

God be with his family

5 years ago
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