Henry County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Tuesday, March 18, 1975
Add to My HeroesWillis Herman Ferguson, Sr.
Deputy Sheriff Willis Ferguson was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while helping a motorist change a tire on Highway 220 north of Collinsville during a rainstorm.
The driver was apprehended and convicted of involuntary manslaughter, receiving a 12-month jail sentence. He also was sentenced to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine for leaving the scene of an accident.
Deputy Ferguson was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran who served with the Henry County Sheriff's Office for one year. He had previously served with the Fieldale Police Department and Bassett Police Department. He was survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 13 years
- Badge 13
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Sentenced to 12 months and 30 days
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Ferguson,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army in Korea during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 18, 2025
