Game Warden Joseph J. Powell
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Virginia
End of Watch Tuesday, December 16, 1924
Add to My HeroesJoseph J. Powell
Game Warden Joseph Powell was shot and killed in Greensville County, one mile from Emporia, while attempting to arrest a man for hunting on a farm without permission and without a license.
He was found with two gunshot wounds to his abdomen.
A suspect was arrested at his home a short time later suffering a gunshot wound to his arm.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsGame Warden Powell,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Virginia.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 16, 2024
