Union County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, November 10, 1921
Add to My HeroesJ. Hay Fant
Sheriff Fant was accidentally shot and killed while arresting a man for disposing of property under lien. As Sheriff Fant attempted to place the man in his patrol car the man began to resist and grabbed the roof of the car. In an attempt to make the man release his grip, Sheriff Fant struck his hands with the butt of his revolver. The gun discharged and a round struck Sheriff Fant in the abdomen, killing him.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsSheriff Fant,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Union County.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
November 10, 2021
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