Deputy Sheriff John C. Parrish, Walker County Sheriff's Office, Georgia

Deputy Sheriff John C. Parrish

Walker County Sheriff's Office, Georgia

End of Watch Thursday, February 2, 1922

John C. Parrish

Deputy Sheriff John Parrish was shot and killed while following up on a tip about an illegal moonshine still.

His younger brother had accompanied him as he attempted to locate it. They encountered a subject at the still who opened fire, mortally wounding both of them. Despite his wounds, Deputy Parrish was able to return fire and killed the subject.

Bio

Age 50
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Shot and killed

ambush

Most Recent Reflection

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Deputy Sheriff Parrish,
On today, the 96th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Walker County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 2, 2018