Mobile County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Wednesday, May 31, 1905
Add to My HeroesCalvin Childs
Deputy Sheriff Childs was shot and killed from ambush. Earlier, a citizen had approached Deputy Childs and complained that a man had menaced him and threatened to shoot him. As Deputy Childs went to get a warrant for the suspect's arrest, the suspect suddenly approached him and opened fire, striking him in the chest. Another deputy shot and killed the suspect. Deputy Childs succumbed to his injuries on the scene.
Deputy Childs was 35 years old at the time of his death. He had served in law enforcement for three years.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Childs,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mobile County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 31, 2025
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