Deputy Brandon Ray Sikes - Columbia County Sheriff's Office - GA - True Life Hero

Brandon Ray Sikes
- Apr. 26, 2025 -

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Resided:	GA, USA
Born:	Unk
Fallen:	Apr. 26, 2025
Race/Sex:	Caucasian Male / 31 yrs. of age
	Agency
Dept:	Columbia County Sheriff's Office - GA 2273 County Camp Rd Appling, GA 30802 USA (706)541-2800
County:	Columbia
Dept. Type:	County/Police
Hero's Rank:	Deputy
Sworn Date:	2018
FBI Class:	Homicide - Gun
Weapon Class:	Firearm
Agency URL:	Click Here
On The Job:	6 years

Bio: A proud native of Augusta, Brandon was driven by a heartfelt mission: to make his community a safer place for his beloved wife and daughter. His work within the Special Operations Division was marked by meticulous care, steadfast commitment, and a quiet strength that resonated with all who served alongside him.

Before his law enforcement career, Deputy Sikes honorably served his country as a United States Army combat medic. His experiences shaped his deep compassion, sense of duty, and readiness to stand in harm's way for others - traits that continued to define his life and service.

In his rare moments of rest, Deputy Sikes found peace in the outdoors, especially enjoying the calm and challenge of fishing. Friends and colleagues knew him as a genuine, methodical professional who never sought recognition but consistently rose to every occasion with courage and grace. His selflessness was not a trait he wore for show; it was the quiet force that moved him to serve at every opportunity, regardless of the personal cost.

Deputy Sikes embodied the very best of community service and personal sacrifice. Though he never sought the spotlight, his impact on those around him will be felt for generations. His memory will live on - in the community he made safer, in the lives he touched, and in the family and friends who will forever be proud of the man he was.

Survived by:

Amber - Wife
& daughter

Fatal Incident Summary

Offender:	James Blake Montgomery :: Caucasian / Male
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Location:	GA USA
Summary:	Deputy Sheriff Brandon Sikes was shot and killed during an attempted traffic stop just before exit 194 on Interstate 20, near Augusta, at approximately 6:30 p.m. Deputy Sikes and three other deputies were serving a domestic violence protective order on the subject. At first, the man was compliant and non-threatening, but when deputies turned away, he fired at them with a 9mm AR Pistol. Deputy Sikes was mortally wounded. Another deputy was shot in the face. Two deputies returned fire. One of the deputies gathered the injured deputy through a barrage of gunfire and transported him to the hospital, where he is in critical condition. The suspect attempted to flee in his camper but was stopped on the highway. Hours later, drones found the suspect dead inside his camper with pipe bombs, firearms, and ammunition. Deputy Sikes was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office for over six years. He is survived by his wife, who also serves with the agency, a daughter, parents, three brothers, nieces, and a nephew.
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Last Updated: Apr. 29, 2025