Franklin Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Saturday, March 12, 1910
Add to My HeroesJohn C. Adams
Deputy Sheriff J.C. Adams was shot and killed by a man he attempted to arrest for stealing a horse five miles south of Delhi.
The next day a posse shot and killed the suspect in Richland Parish.
Deputy Adams had served with the Franklin Parish Sheriff's Office for eight years. He was survived by his two sons and brother, who was the Franklin Parish sheriff.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Adams,
On today, the 115th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Franklin Parish.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 12, 2025
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