Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma
End of Watch Thursday, November 16, 1911
Add to My HeroesFrank Lewis Yeager
Deputy Sheriff Frank Yeager was shot and killed while attempting to serve a writ of attachment to a man for a herd of a cattle.
The suspect shot him in the back with a rifle. The man later turned himself in.
Deputy Yeager had served with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office for only one week. He was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 1 week
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; Winchester
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsDeputy Yeager, a week of bravery, a lifetime of remembrance for honor and integrity. Rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
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