Orange County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Monday, September 12, 1904
Joe Nichols
Deputy Sheriff Joe Nichols was shot and killed near Hillsborough by a man he attempted to serve a warrant on for whipping his daughter-in-law. The suspect, who had been arrested by Deputy Nichols before, declared that he would kill the deputy if he ever tried to arrest him again. The suspect was captured by a posse a short time later.
The 60 year-old suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 12 years in prison August 13, 1905.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to 12 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Nichols,
On today, the 111th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Orange County.
R.I.P.
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