Logan Shane Fox was a 25-year-old K-9 Deputy with the Watauga County Sheriff’s Office who was killed on April 28, 2021, in Boone, North Carolina. He was conducting a welfare check at a Hardaman Circle residence after a coworker of the homeowner reported the man had not shown up for work and was not answering his phone.

During the check Logan and Sergeant Chris Ward were ambushed and shot by a suspect identified as 32-year-old Isaac Alton Barnes. Logan was trapped inside the home during a 13-hour standoff and succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The standoff also left Sergeant Ward and two other victims, Michelle Ligon, 61, and George Ligon, 58, dead; the suspect is reported to have taken his own life.

Logan is remembered by colleagues for his dedication, kindness, and infectious laughter. If anyone knew Logan or has information about the incident, please come forward and share what you know.