Floyd County Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Wednesday, November 7, 1928
Add to My HeroesFred E. Stanley
Chief of Police Stanley was shot and killed by the father of a boy he had arrested. When the chief refused to return the boy's gun to the father the man shot him.
The 40-year-old suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 21 years. On July 11, 1934, he was pardoned by Governor Ruby Laffoon.
Chief Stanley was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Pardoned in 1934
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRIP Chief Stanley. 85 years ago today you made the ultimate sacrifice protecting the people of Kentucky and the United States. Thank you for your service.
Anonymous
November 7, 2013
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