Deputy Sheriff George Puckett

Deputy Sheriff George Puckett

Perry County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Wednesday, April 26, 1950

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George Puckett

Deputy Sheriff George Puckett was shot and killed when he went to investigate the shooting of a dog in the Buckhorn area of the county.

Unbeknownst to Deputy Puckett, the man who killed the dog went to a neighbor's home and told the occupant he was going to kill Deputy Puckett. When Deputy Puckett arrived at the scene the man shot him three times with a shotgun. Despite being mortally wounded, he was able to return fire and wounded the subject.

The 28-year-old suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to two years.

Deputy Puckett had been appointed as a deputy only three weeks earlier to succeed Deputy Jerry Stamper, who had also been shot and killed in the line of duty. Deputy Puckett was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 57
  • Tour 3 weeks
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Shotgun
  • Offender Sentenced to 2 years

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Deputy Sheriff Puckett,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Perry County. And to your Famiky and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 26, 2025

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