Fayette County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Wednesday, November 23, 1988
Joseph Matthew Angelucci
Deputy Sheriff Joseph Angelucci succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained three weeks earlier while he attempted to serve a warrant.
The suspect was able to gain control of Deputy Angelucci's service weapon and fatally shot him.
The man was convicted of Deputy Angelucci's murder and was subsequently sentenced to 120 years in prison. Deputy Angelucci's killer was denied parole in December 2011 and died later that month while still incarcerated.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour Not available
- Badge 485
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, November 4, 1988
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Died in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Angelucci,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fayette County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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