Marks Creek Township Constable's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, June 12, 1929
Add to My HeroesWilliam David Smith
Constable Smith was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for possessing illegal whiskey. The suspect was captured in Richmond, Virginia, two weeks later.
The suspect was convicted of Constable Smith's murder and sentenced to death. He was executed in the electric chair on February 13, 1930.
Constable Smith was survived by his wife and six children.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Executed in 1930
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsConstable Smith,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Marks Creek Township.
BPA Mike Casey
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El Paso Station
June 12, 2019
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