Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, March 30, 1870
Add to My HeroesJohn H. Wisner
Sheriff John Wisner was shot and killed by members of a lynch mob who were seeking to murder a prisoner in the parish jail.
A group of about 15 to 20 men numbering went to the county jail and shot Sheriff Wisner in the chest through a closed door. They then entered the jail and murdered the prisoner.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsSheriff Wisner,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ouachita Parish.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
March 30, 2020
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