Bonneville County Sheriff's Office, Idaho
End of Watch Monday, June 2, 1924
Add to My HeroesNeil Simpkins
Deputy Sheriff Neil Simpkins was shot and killed in Idaho Falls while attempting to serve a warrant on a man for violating the liquor law.
The suspect was apprehended, convicted of second-degree murder, and sentenced to 10 to 20 years in prison. He was paroled in 1930.
Deputy Simpkins was survived by his wife and 11 children.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Paroled in 1930
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Simpkins,
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 Booneville County. And to your Family and loved ones. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 2, 2024
