Taney County Sheriff's Office, Missouri
End of Watch Tuesday, August 12, 1924
Add to My HeroesNewt D. Boles
Sheriff Newt Boles was shot and killed on a farm near Hollister by a man he was attempting to arrest for robbing a bank in Protem.
The suspect surrendered to authorities near Branson two days later. A woman who owned the farm was also arrested when it was discovered that she slipped the pistol to the suspect that he used to kill Sheriff Boles.
On December 5th, 1924, the suspect, 24, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison plus 25 years for bank robbery. He was paroled on December 23, 1953. The woman was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to 12 years. She was released on August 15, 1932.
Sheriff Boles had served with the Taney County Sheriff's Office for at least 16 years and was elected Sheriff in 1912. He was survived by his wife, five sons, a daughter, and two stepdaughters.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Paroled in 1953
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsSheriff Boles,
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 Taney County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 12, 2024
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