Sheriff Orville L. Litchfield

Sheriff Orville L. Litchfield

Marshall County Sheriff's Office, Illinois

End of Watch Monday, September 21, 1925

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Orville L. Litchfield

Sheriff Orville Litchfield and Night Chief John Leonard, of the Toluca Police Department, were shot and killed when they attempted to arrest a man for beating his wife. The suspect escaped after the murders and was the focus of a large manhunt. He was arrested by Evanston, Illinois, detectives in July 1926.

The 60 year-old suspect was convicted of murder and died in prison on May 11, 1933.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Died in prison

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Uncle Orville,
You were the bravest and kindest of men! Your story has been shared with generations of your descendants. You were gone too soon but not forgotten!
Rest in peace

Mary R Klebart
Great niece

June 11, 2025

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