Mingo County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, August 21, 1918
Add to My HeroesGeorge Dillon
Deputy Sheriff George Dillon and Deputy Sheriff William Ellis 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.
Deputy Dillon was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
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