Special Deputy Marshal Gene Leroy Goldsberry

Gene Leroy Goldsberry

Special Deputy Marshal Gene Goldsberry was shot and killed in Topeka, Kansas, by a man who was about to be sentenced on drug and weapons charges.

The suspect began firing when elevator doors opened to the federal court on the fourth floor. The suspect then blew himself up with pipe bombs which were strapped to his body.

Special Deputy Marshal Goldsberry had served with the agency for over 35 years. He was survived by his wife, his stepdaughter, sister, and brother.