Winston County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Tuesday, September 7, 1954
Add to My HeroesWilliam Roy Posey
Sheriff William Posey suffered a fatal heart attack while raiding a liquor still. The still was in an area of deep woods and steep terrain.
An ambulance was summoned when he began complaining of chest pains, but because of the remote area, they could not reach him. Other officers and paramedics had to carry him on a stretcher to the waiting ambulance.
Sheriff Posey had served with the Winston County Sheriff's Office for 3 years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsSheriff Posey,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Winston County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 7, 2024
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