Rutherford County Constable's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, November 27, 1935
Add to My HeroesZeb V. McKinney
Constable Jeb McKinney succumbed to injuries he received in a vehicle crash on November 24, 1935.
Constable McKinney was driving with a state trooper en route to a fight call when he lost control and crashed into a vehicle on the side of East Main Street in Forest City around 8:00 p.m. Six family members were entering the car at the time it was struck. Three died from their injuries.
Constable McKinney and the trooper were transported to the hospital in Rutherfordton. The trooper was released with minor injuries. Constable McKinney died from his injuries three days later.
Constable McKinney had served with the Rutherford County Constable's Office for over three years, assigned to the Cool Springs Township and Forest City. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, four sisters, and five daughters.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Sunday, November 24, 1935
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View all 4 ReflectionsConstable McKinney,
On today, the 89th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Rutherford County.
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