Saline County Sheriff's Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, February 8, 1937
Add to My HeroesJames Ezra Tolbert
Deputy James Tolbert and Deputy Henry Healy drowned when their motorboat foundered near Harrisburg. The deputies and a third man were taking supplies to flood victims.
Deputy Tolbert had served with the Saline County Sheriff's Department for four years.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Tolbert,
On today, the 88th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Saline County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 8, 2025
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