Ontonagon County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, November 21, 1893
Add to My HeroesGeorge Davidson
Deputy George Davidson was shot and killed as he and other officers raided a brothel at Trout Creek.
He and a posse entered the establishment to arrest the man. The owner shot him three times. He was arrested and charged with murder.
The suspect was convicted of second-degree murder and sent to prison He was pardoned on December 30, 1900.
Deputy Davidson was survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Pardoned in 1900
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Davidson,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ontonagon County.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
November 21, 2023
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