<div>Today, June 30, 2025, Cherokee County Detention Officer Francisco Paul Flattes, age 56, was tragically killed in the line of duty while escorting a federal inmate to a medical appointment at Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital in Murphy, NC. The inmate—already facing federal bank robbery charges and known for a prior escape—violently overpowered Officer Flattes, stole his firearm, and fatally shot him inside the hospital.
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<div>Officer Flattes served the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office with honor and integrity for the past four years. A dedicated public servant and family man, he leaves behind a loving wife—who also works at the Cherokee County Detention Center—and a son-in-law who continues to serve with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. Their grief is compounded by the nature of his loss: an unthinkable act of violence while fulfilling his sworn duty.
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<div>Officer Flattes dedicated his life to public safety and had a long history of service, including:
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<div> • The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office
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<div> • The Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians
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<div> • The Clay County Sheriff’s Office
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<div> • The Florida Department of Children and Families
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<div> • Over 10 years with the Florida Department of Corrections
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<div>This fund has been created to support Officer Flattes’ grieving family as they navigate the days ahead without their husband, father, and hero. All donations will help ease the financial burden of funeral expenses, lost income, and the many unforeseen costs that come with such a sudden and devastating tragedy.
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<div>At a time when words are not enough, let us show this family that they are not alone—that the law enforcement community and the citizens they serve are standing beside them.
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<div>100% of proceeds will be delivered directly to the surviving family members by Back The Blue NC, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring fallen officers and supporting their families.
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<div>Thank you for your compassion, your prayers, and your support.
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