Henry County Sheriff's Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, June 13, 1946
Add to My HeroesByron Leslie Pierce
Sheriff Byron Pierce was shot and killed after responding to the farm of a man who was threatening his relatives with a rifle.
Deputies had surrounded the house and Sheriff Pierce was shot when he went to the front door to confront the man. The 67 year-old suspect, a former mental patient, was apprehended at the scene. The body of his 72 year-old brother was found shot to death 75 yards away.
The suspect was adjudged insane and committed in a mental institution.
Sheriff Pierce had served with the Henry County Sheriff's Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife, son and daughter.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Committed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsSheriff Pierce,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Henry County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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