Vigil held for Dekalb County Sheriff-elect killed 25 years ago

25 years later, vigil honors slain sheriff-elect

Twenty-five years ago, DeKalb County Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown was shot and killed in his own driveway, just three days before taking office. A candlelight vigil was held this evening to honor his life and legacy.

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Monday marked 25 years since DeKalb County Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown was shot and killed days before taking office.

His loved ones gathered at Dawn Memorial Park in DeKalb County, where he is buried, for an annual vigil.

What they're saying:

"It still feels like yesterday when we think about it," said Brandy Brown, his only daughter.

Brown was shot and killed in his own driveway in 2000. His then political rival, Sidney Dorsey, was convicted of ordering a hit against him.

Dorsey is currently serving a life sentence for Brown’s murder.

Brown left behind five children and many partners in blue. Brown’s daughter, Brandy, shared that their focus is on continuing his legacy.

"No matter what they thought they took from us, no matter what they tried to take from us, it was already instilled in us," she said.