Junction City Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Saturday, November 13, 1869
Add to My HeroesIra M. Buchanan
Police Deputy Ira Buchanan was shot and killed as he assisted the city marshal close a rum and billiard room at a local shop.
Two men became disorderly and shot Deputy Buchanan. One of the men was later acquitted of murder and the other was never located.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPolice Deputy Buchanan,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Junction City.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
November 13, 2019
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