Deputy Sheriff Charles Willard McKinney, Letcher County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Deputy Sheriff Charles Willard McKinney

Letcher County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Monday, November 26, 1923

Charles Willard McKinney

Deputy Sheriff C. Willard McKinney was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a drunk man who was causing a disturbance in Neon, Kentucky.

The subject who shot him was arrested and charged with murder.

Deputy McKinney was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 36
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Charged with murder

arrest, DIP

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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 95th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged 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 Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

August 1, 2018