Chief of Police James W. Smith, Falmouth Police Department, Kentucky

Chief of Police James W. Smith

Falmouth Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Sunday, October 10, 1943

James W. Smith

Chief Smith was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call on Park Street. When he arrived at the scene he confronted a male subject who was armed with a 12-gauge. As he attempted to talk the man into putting the gun down he was shot in the chest and killed instantly.

The county sheriff responded to the scene and arrested the suspect.

Bio

Age 78
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
Offender Apprehended

LODD Mapping FAQs

Most Recent Reflection

View all 3 Reflections

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 68th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

October 10, 2011