Town Marshal Luther C. Kennedy, Proctorville Police Department, Ohio

Town Marshal Luther C. Kennedy

Proctorville Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 1916

Luther C. Kennedy

Town Marshal Luther Kennedy was beaten to death by five men he was attempting to arrest for disorderly conduct. All five suspects were apprehended.

Three suspects were charged with second degree murder. The other two were charged with aiding and abetting in the murder.

Bio

Age 65
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Incident Details

Cause Assault
Weapon Person
Offender Apprehended

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 97th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 19, 2013