New Ellenton Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, June 7, 1961
Add to My HeroesThurston F. Meeks
Chief Meeks was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance. As he intervened in a squabble between a man and his wife the man shot him.
The suspect, 27, pleaded guilty to first degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison on May 16, 1962.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
July 29, 2019
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