Deputy Sheriff William Ellis

Deputy Sheriff William Ellis | Mingo County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
Mingo County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
Deputy Sheriff William Ellis

Mingo County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia

End of Watch Wednesday, August 21, 1918

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William Ellis

Deputy Sheriff William Ellis and Deputy Sheriff George Dillon were shot and killed while attempting to arrest several military deserters between Breeden and Dingess, West Virginia.

The subject who shot them turned himself in 18 months later and was sentenced to life in prison.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to life
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