Bennington Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Tuesday, July 23, 1912
James Eli Parish
Marshal James Parish was shot and killed from ambush while confiscating cattle from a subject.
Marshal Parish had served judgement papers against the man before taking the cattle.
As he returned to town, he was ambushed by the man's two sons and killed. Marshal Parish managed to return fire mortally wounding one suspect. The other suspect was apprehended and charged with murder.
Marshal Parish had served with the Bennington Police Department for 2 years. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender One shot and killed; One apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsMarshal Parish,
On today, the 104th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bennington.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 23, 2016
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