Roanoke County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, April 17, 1936
Add to My HeroesClarence Edward Simmons
Deputy Sheriff Clarence Simmons was shot and killed by two brothers in retaliation for the death of a third brother during a police pursuit.
He was on patrol when a vehicle pulled alongside of him and the occupants opened fire with a shotgun. The three brothers were part of a gang involved with making illegal whiskey.
The two brothers who shot Deputy Simmons were convicted of second degree murder.
Deputy Simmons was survived by his expectant wife and eight children.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Both convicted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Simmons rest in peace.
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