Wellston Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch: Thursday, October 1, 1981
Age: 49
Tour of Duty: 14 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: October 1, 1981
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Charged with capital murder
Sergeant Jesse Henderson was shot and killed as he interrupted a burglary at a local liquor store at 6327 Plymouth Avenue.
He was shot once in the chest as he exited his vehicle. One adult and one juvenile were arrested and charged with capital murder.
Sergeant Henderson had served with the Wellston Police Department for 14 years. He is survived by his wife and 11 children.