Family and friends say final goodbyes to Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps [Video]

RUSSELL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — Saturday was a somber day for Russell County as the community, police departments across the state, and the family of Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps said their final goodbyes.

The community showed its support for the family and Russell County Sheriff’s Department, which is needed as they grieve their loss.

Deputy Phipps died last Monday night, shot in the line of duty during a pursuit.

Eric Johnson, the executive director of the group Supporting Heroes, told LEX 18 the support will need to keep going.

“They are going to need even more up the days ahead. We can’t forget about Josh and his family,” Johnson said.

The impact of Deputy Phipps had on people could be seen by Saturday’s turnout.

Officer Jonathan Houk, Kentucky State Police Public Affairs for Post 15, heard what kind of character Deputy Phipps was as he knows officers who worked …