Ray County Sheriff's Department, Missouri
End of Watch Thursday, May 23, 1867
Add to My HeroesGeorge Frank S. Griffin
Deputy George Griffin and his father, Jailer Barry Griffin, were shot and killed by a group of men who rode into Richmond to rob a bank. It is believed that the shooters were part of the James-Younger gang, but they were never tried for Deputy Griffin's murder.
Deputy Griffin had served in the Civil War and was survived by his mother. He was buried in Pioneer Cemetery, Richmond, Ray County, Missouri.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Case never tried
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Jailer Barry G. Griffin
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EOW: May 23, 1867
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