Elliott County Constable's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, January 29, 1885
Add to My HeroesJacob Montgomery Howard
Constable Jacob Howard was shot and killed while questioning a suspected outlaw. The suspect escaped but was later captured and died of Tuberculosis.
Constable Howard had previously served with the Confederate Army during the Civil War and was survived by his wife and five sons.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Died of tuberculosis after apprehension
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsConstable Howard,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens Elliott County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 29, 2025
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