Patrolman Doc Lefler
Ashland Police Department
Kentucky
End of Watch: Monday, July 4, 1921

Biographical Info
Age: 52
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Monday, July 4, 1921
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Not available

Patrolman Doc Lefler was shot and killed as he and two other officers attempted to arrest a man for assaulting his wife. The suspect was able to break free from the officers. He drew a hidden gun and shot and killed Patrolman Lefler.

Patrolman Lefler was survived by his wife.