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In the Line of Duty
Roger Elliott Estes, 77 - New Tazewell, TN
7/4/2022
Roger Elliott Estes Lieutenant South Claiborne Volunteer Fire Department New Tazewell, TN Age: 77 Gender: Male Status: Volunteer Years of Service: 44 Date of Incident: July 4, 2022 Date of Death: July 4, 2022 On Monday, July 4, 2022, Lieutenant Roger Elliott Estes was serving on traffic control duties at a fire department fundraiser when he was struck by a passing truck. Fellow responders immediately performed CPR, including ALS care. EMS transported Lieutenant Estes to the Claiborne Medical Center, where he passed away shortly after arrival.