CINCINNATI — The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office identified the deputy who died after being struck by a vehicle late last week. 

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry Henderson was struck on Friday, May 2, and died shortly afterward.

What You Need To Know

  • Larry Henderson died Friday after being struck by a vehicle

  • Henderson was with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office for 33 years

  • The sheriff's office will retire Henderson's badge number, #129

  • Officials have charged Rodney Hinton Jr., 38, with with aggravated murder for Henderson's death

“In Deputy Henderson’s early tenure as a Sheriff’s Deputy, I recognized his talent for teaching and presentation. Larry began his journey as a Sheriff’s Office trainer early in his career.  He developed an expertise and became an excellent trainer. Subsequently, he trained divisions of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office that included hundreds of deputy sheriffs. His ability to relate to and touch officers’ lives was extraordinary. We will continue to honor Larry’s life of service," said Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey.

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Larry Henderson. (Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office)

Henderson was with the sheriff's office for 33 years, starting in 1991. He served in several specialized units including an Academy Instructor, Dive Team member, HCPA SWAT, FBI Task Force Officer, and the HCSO Bomb Unit. 

"We want to thank our fellow law enforcement officers, community members, family, friends, and everyone who has offered condolences and support during this incredibly difficult time," the department said in a statement. "Please keep the Henderson family as well as our department in your thoughts and prayers."

The sheriff's office will retire Henderson's badge number, #129. 

Funeral arrangements will be shared in the future.

Officials have charged Rodney Hinton Jr., 38, with with aggravated murder for Henderson's death.

Hinton appeared in court Saturday, with a wall of deputies standing at the back of the room. A prosecutor said evidence and witnesses will show that Hinton drove directly at the deputy in an attempt to kill him. A judge ordered that Hinton be held until another hearing on Tuesday.

A judge ordered that Hinton be held until another hearing on Tuesday.

Gov. Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, ordered all U.S. and state of Ohio flags to be flown at half-staff on public buildings and grounds throughout Hamilton County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center and the Rhodes State Office Tower. They were remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of his funeral.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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