Elliott County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, August 24, 1947
Estill Adkins
Sheriff Estill Adkins was shot and killed as he and two deputies attempted to arrest a man wanted for cutting another man's throat earlier in the day.
The sheriff and deputies had gone to Rocky Branch where they encountered the suspect. The man opened fire on the officers, killing Sheriff Adkins, before being wounded by return fire. He was arrested and charged with Sheriff Adkins' murder.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, August 23, 1947
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsSheriff Adkins,
On today, the 69th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Elliot County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
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