Deputy Sheriff Oliver Thomas Smith
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Monday, January 16, 1922
Add to My HeroesOliver Thomas Smith
Deputy Smith was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for shooting a co-worker at a sawmill. After shooting Deputy Smith the man fled into nearby woods where he remained until turning himself in several days later.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Smith,
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 Polk County.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 16, 2022
