The Badge of a Lifetime: Farewell to a Legend
In a world that constantly changes, L.C. “Buckshot” Smith was the one thing the town of Camden could always count on. He didn’t start for the paycheck—he started for the people. For 65 years, he showed up, first for free, then as a pillar of the community, earning a badge that became a symbol of pure heart.

Buckshot’s philosophy was simple yet profound: “I’ve taken more people home than I’ve taken to jail.” He didn’t just patrol streets; he mentored generations, escorted final goodbyes, and guarded school zones with a smile that lasted into his nineties.

When he passed away at 95, he left behind a legacy that no medal could ever match. He proved that true authority isn’t about power—it’s about loving your fellow man. A hero who never chased glory, only the chance to serve. Rest easy, Buckshot. Your watch is complete.