Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
End of Watch Sunday, May 24, 1970
Add to My HeroesLuther June Midkiff, Jr.
Sheriff June Midkiff was killed in a vehicle crash while en route to stop a car traveling to Huntington to deliver a message to its occupants.
He was driving on Route 10, just south of Falls Creek Road, when a motorcycle suddenly turned left in front of him. Sheriff Midkiff's car struck the motorcycle before striking a concrete abutment on the side of the road.
Sheriff Midkiff had served as sheriff for two years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, two brother, and one sister.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsSheriff Midkiff,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lincoln County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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