Deputy U.S. Marshal John Dees "Buck" Crews

Deputy U.S. Marshal John Dees
United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
Deputy U.S. Marshal John Dees "Buck" Crews

United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government

End of Watch Thursday, March 4, 1909

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John Dees "Buck" Crews

Deputy Marshal Buck Crews was accidentally shot and killed while en route to conduct a liquor raid near Panama City, Florida, with other officers.

He was riding in a boat across St. Andrews Bay when a rifle accidentally discharged, striking him in his side. He was returned to his home where he died on March 4, 1909.

Deputy Marshal Crews had served as a deputy marshal for several years and was assigned to the Holmes County District. He was survived by his wife and eight children.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
  • Location Florida
  • Incident Date Not available
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DUSM Crews,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

March 4, 2019

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