Union County Sheriff's Department, New Mexico
End of Watch Friday, July 2, 1909
Add to My HeroesJames I. Kent
Deputy Kent was shot and killed by horse thieves after tracking them to Colorado. As Deputy Kent and two other officers approached the house of the suspects he was shot and killed. Another officer was also wounded, but recovered. The suspect's later surrendered after being surrounded.
Deputy Kent was survived by his wife and an infant son.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender All arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Kent,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Union County.
BPA Mike Casey
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