Howell County Sheriff's Office, Missouri
End of Watch Wednesday, January 17, 1900
Add to My HeroesAlfred "Alf" Henry
Jailer Alfred Henry was dragged into a cell and beaten to death by two prisoners.
Jailer Henry had gone to the jail to feed the prisoners, and not returning home at the accustomed time his wife became anxious and sent a neighbor in search of him. His body was found on the jail floor. The prisoners had escaped. One of the prisoners was captured a short time later.
The second prisoner, an escaped convict from the Tennessee Penitentiary, was apprehended four days later in Mammoth Springs, Arkansas. He admitted that he caused the death of Jailer Henry. He was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 91 years in prison February 8, 1900.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Sentenced to 91 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsAlfred,
On today, the 116th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Howell County. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections/Detention Officer.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 17, 2016
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