New Athens Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, May 10, 1924
Add to My HeroesForrest E. Sparrow
Deputy Marshal Forrest Sparrow was shot and killed and Marshal John Dean was shot and mortally wounded as they attempted to search a home for illegal liquor. The home owner opened fire with a shotgun as the officers forced their way into his home after he refused to open the door.
The suspect said he thought the officers were robbers. He was convicted of two counts of manslaughter and sentenced to 15 years in the Ohio Penitentiary.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to 15 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDeputy Marshal Sparrow,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New Athens.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 10, 2024
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