Harlan County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, December 23, 1934
Add to My HeroesGuy Rogers
Deputy Sheriff Guy Rogers was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a miner for public drunkenness near the Three Point Coal Company mines. The subject pulled out a .32 caliber handgun and shot Deputy Rogers in the face, killing him instantly. The man was taken into custody following Deputy Rogers' murder.
A month later the 23-year-old suspect, who claimed self defense, was tried and acquitted.
Deputy Rogers had served with the Harlan County Sheriff's Office for eight years.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Rogers,
On today, the 84th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harlan County.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 23, 2018
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