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Sheriff A. H. Gotcher | Coahoma County Sheriff's Office, Mississippi Coahoma County Sheriff's Office, Mississippi

Sheriff

A. H. Gotcher

Coahoma County Sheriff's Office, Mississippi

End of Watch: Saturday, June 26, 1954

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 6/26/1954

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Shot and killed

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Sheriff Gotcher was shot and killed as he and other officers searched a cotton warehouse for a man wanted for murder. The suspect shot Sheriff Gotcher five times when the sheriff discovered him hiding behind a door.

Other officers returned fire killing the suspect.

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On this day, 53 years ago, you paid the ultimate sacrifice. I am sure your family felt horrible sorrow as well as terrific pride. Thank you for bravely and proudly serving your community. I am thankful your death was avenged by your fellow officers. You will always be a hero who will NEVER be forgotten!

Retired Detective Sergeant 1/C
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June 26, 2007

 

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