Pennsylvania State Constable - Somerset County, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Sunday, September 18, 1898
John J. Lenhart
Deputy Lenhart was shot and killed by a suspect while serving an eviction notice from a home that was the subject of a family dispute. The suspect was later arrested by the sheriff after barricading himself inside the home.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and hanged January 24, 1900.
Deputy Lenhart had been deputized by his brother, constable of Summit Township, to assist in arresting the suspect.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 day
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Executed in 1900
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Constable Lenhart,
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 of the state of Pennsylvania.
R.I.P.
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