Sheriff Joseph E. Branscomb, DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, Missouri

Sheriff Joseph E. Branscomb

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, Missouri

End of Watch Monday, July 31, 1865

Joseph E. Branscomb

Sheriff Joseph Branscomb was shot and killed by an inmate who had previously been arrested and had been released.

Sheriff Branscomb's son arrested the suspect in February, 1877.

Bio

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 148th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 23, 2013