Wallace Police Department, Idaho
End of Watch Thursday, January 31, 1946
Add to My HeroesJohn C. Farris
Police Officer John Farris was stabbed to death after catching a suspect attempting to break into a grocery store. The suspect fled but was arrested after being shot and wounded by other officers.
The 21-year-old suspect, an escapee from the Montana State Penitentiary, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life.
Officer Farris had served with the Wallace Police Department for three years. He was survived by his four children.
Bio
- Age 66
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Farris,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wallace. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 31, 2021
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