United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Thursday, March 4, 1909
Add to My HeroesJohn 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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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.
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