Falmouth Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, October 10, 1943
Add to My HeroesJames W. Smith
Chief Smith was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call on Park Street. When he arrived at the scene he confronted a male subject who was armed with a 12-gauge. As he attempted to talk the man into putting the gun down he was shot in the chest and killed instantly.
The county sheriff responded to the scene and arrested the suspect.
Bio
- Age 78
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Apprehended
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View all 4 ReflectionsNo passage of time can ever erase your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace always.
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