Bell County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Wednesday, July 4, 1923
Add to My HeroesJim Collins
Deputy Sheriff Jim Collins was shot and killed while investigating the sounds of gunfire.
He was on duty at a local picnic area during Fourth of July celebrations when he heard the gunfire in the distance. He wad driven to the location and as he exited his vehicle two men immediately shot him before he could even draw his gun.
One of the subjects was sentenced to only two years in prison.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to two years
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