Deputy Sheriff Joseph Edd Roberts

Deputy Sheriff Joseph Edd Roberts | Claiborne County Sheriff's Department, Mississippi
Claiborne County Sheriff's Department, Mississippi
Deputy Sheriff Joseph Edd Roberts

Claiborne County Sheriff's Department, Mississippi

End of Watch Saturday, September 3, 1977

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Joseph Edd Roberts

Deputy Sheriff Joseph E. Roberts was shot and killed with his own weapon as he attempted to arrest a suspect for burglary.

Deputy Roberts had served with the Claiborne County Sheriff's Department for 12 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 73
  • Tour 12 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Not available

burglary

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Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

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