Hawkins County Sheriff's Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Tuesday, August 16, 1988
John Wesley Wright
Reserve Deputy John Wright was accidentally shot and killed by another deputy while assisting with the apprehension of an escaped convict.
Reserve Deputy Wright had served with the agency for 1 year. He was survived by his fiancée, parents, and five siblings.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Accidental)
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