Knott County Constable's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, November 22, 1928
Will Thornsberry
Constable Will Thornbserry and his cousin, Justice of the Peace AJ Thornsberry, were shot and killed from ambush while on their way to destroy a moonshine still near Prestonburg.
The suspect was convicted of the murders and served two years in the Kentucky State Penitentiary.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Released after 2 years
Related LODD Deaths
Justice of the Peace Andrew Jackson "AJ" Thornsberry
Knott County Fiscal Court, KY
EOW: November 22, 1928
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsGreat Uncle Will,I want to say I never knew you or grandpa A.J,but the both you are in my thoughts and heart,this 4 of July 2012.I will see and meet you both one day in "Heaven"...R.I.P.
Family,Mike Thornsberry
Great Nephew.
July 4, 2012
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