DeQuincy Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch: Tuesday, August 30, 1966
Age: 57
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: August 30, 1966
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Shot and killed
Patrolman Smith was shot and killed after responding to a disturbance call on Harrison Street. Several residents had called the police department to complain about a man walking down the street and cursing loudly.
When Patrolman Smith located the man he was immediately attacked. The man started striking Patrolman Smith with a stick, severely injuring him. Patrolman Smith drew his revolver and shot the suspect four times. The wounds, however, did not stop the suspect, who continued beating Patrolman Smith, who dropped his service revolver. The suspect picked up the gun and shot the patrolman in the back as he lay on the ground.
The suspect was taken into custody following the shooting. He died from his wounds five days later.
Patrolman Smith served with the agency in a part-time capacity. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and three sons.