Patrolman Doc Lefler
Ashland Police Department
Kentucky

End of Watch: Monday, July 4, 1921
Cause: Gunfire

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

 
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Patch image: Ashland Police Department, Kentucky

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