Alan Pangborn

Alan Pangborn is a fictional character created by American author Stephen King. He appears in several of King's novels, most notably "The Dark Half" and "Needful Things." Pangborn is a former police officer who becomes the main protagonist in these stories.

In "The Dark Half," Alan Pangborn is the sheriff of a small town called Castle Rock. He investigates a series of murders and discovers that the culprit is actually the alter ego of a popular author. Pangborn plays a crucial role in confronting and defeating the supernatural threat.

In "Needful Things," Alan Pangborn is still the sheriff of Castle Rock. He becomes embroiled in a deadly game orchestrated by a mysterious shopkeeper named Leland Gaunt. As the town falls into chaos due to the shop's cursed items, Pangborn becomes determined to stop Gaunt and save his community.

Alan Pangborn is described as a principled and dedicated police officer. He is known for his determination, bravery, and unwavering sense of justice. Pangborn often finds himself facing supernatural forces and is willing to go to great lengths to protect his town.

In addition to "The Dark Half" and "Needful Things," Alan Pangborn also makes appearances in other Stephen King novels. He is mentioned or briefly appears in books such as "Bag of Bones" and "Lisey's Story." However, his role is more of a supporting or background character in these stories.