Officer Henry T. Stephens

Officer Henry T. Stephens | Salisbury Police Department, Maryland
Salisbury Police Department, Maryland
Officer Henry T. Stephens

Salisbury Police Department, Maryland

End of Watch Friday, September 5, 1958

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Henry T. Stephens

Officer Stephens was shot in the back and killed by a check forgery suspect as they were walking inside the police station. The suspect was captured minutes later when officers found him hiding in high weeds outside the police station.

The suspect was convicted of his murder and sentenced to death. His sentence was commuted to life June 24, 1976.

Bio

  • Age 27
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge 17

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to death
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Officer Stephens,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Salisbury. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

September 5, 2018

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