Chanute Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Thursday, November 20, 1930
Add to My HeroesSherman Edward Webb
Patrolman Sherman Webb was accidentally shot and killed while practicing disarming techniques with another officer at the police department headquarters. As Patrolman Webb reached to show the other officer how he would push the gun away it discharged, striking him in the chest.
Patrolman Webb had served with the agency for 20 months. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 1 year, 8 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPatrolman Webb,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chanute. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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