Jackson Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Saturday, April 15, 1899
Add to My HeroesJohn Centers
Deputy Marshal John Centers was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for disorderly conduct.
The shooter was then taken into custody by the county sheriff and a deputy. He was sentenced to life in prison but released after serving only three years.
Deputy Marshal Centers had served with the Jackson Police Department for 2 months.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 2 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Released after three years
Most Recent Reflection
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Doug Centers
Great Grandson
December 19, 2015
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