Charles City deputy succumbs to medical emergency while in line of duty

A Charles City County Sheriff’s Office deputy has died as the result of a medical emergency that occurred while in the line of duty.

Sgt. Floyd H. Miles Jr., 45, succumbed to his emergency as the result of the June 9 incident.

According to a press release from Charles City County Sheriff’s Office, Miles was monitoring traffic at the intersection of John Tyler Memorial Highway (Route 5) and Wayside Road (Route 607) around 12:30 p.m. when an individual on a moped fell onto the vehicle. The deputy noticed blood and asked if the subject was okay. The subject indicated that people were after him and attempting to kill him.

Miles placed the subject into the rear of his vehicle and contacted Charles City County Fire/EMS for assistance. The subject was placed in the rear of the ambulance to be checked out. After several minutes, Miles went to the rear of the ambulance when the subject became combative. The subject struck the deputy and a struggle ensued between the subject, the law enforcement officer, and EMS. The struggle triggered a medical emergency in the deputy, resulting in him being rushed to MCV/New Kent Medical Center. Unfortunately, the deputy succumbed to his medical emergency.

Miles, a 1996 graduate of Charles City High School, served in the United States Army before returning to Charles City and serving for 16 years. He served as supervisor of patrol and animal control during his tenure, recently graduating from animal control school. He also served as a school resource officer.

The subject was transported to an area hospital for examination. The Virginia State Police is currently handling the investigation.