McClain County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma
End of Watch Saturday, May 9, 1925
Add to My HeroesJohn E. "Johnnie" Ratliff
Sheriff Ratliff was shot and killed while he and several other officers attempted to restrain a crazed man. The suspect had been taken to the jail by a railroad detective but was released the following morning. Later in the morning the city marshal encountered the man again.
Undersheriff Jason Daugherty went to assist the marshal but the man suddenly pulled a knife and stabbed him in the shoulder. Sheriff Ratliff and other deputies came to assist as well. The suspect was able to gain control of Sheriff Ratliff's weapon and shot him twice, killing him. Other officers continued to return fire, mortally wounding the suspect. Undersheriff Daugherty succumbed to his wounds two months later.
Sheriff Ratliff was in his fourth term as sheriff.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsSheriff Ratliff,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of McClain County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 9, 2025
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