West Virginia Department of Prohibition, West Virginia
End of Watch Sunday, September 23, 1923
Add to My HeroesMose Elswick
Prohibition Officer Mose Elswick was shot and killed as he and his brother, who was also a state prohibition officer, raided a moonshine still in Kanawha County.
The two officers had gone to the abandoned mine and ordered the moonshiners to raise their hands. The subjects instead opened fire, striking Officer Elswick in the head. His brother was able to apprehend the men before carrying Officer Elswick's body to a nearby house.
The man who shot Officer Elswick was arrested and charged in connection with his murder.
Officer Elswick was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Elswick,
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 the state of West Virginia.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
September 23, 2023
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