Deputy Sheriff James R. "Bud" Wilson
Anderson County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, April 11, 1926
Add to My HeroesJames R. "Bud" Wilson
Deputy Wilson was shot and killed while he and another officer struggled with a man they were attempting to arrest. The man fired a Winchester rifle, striking Deputy Wilson in the throat. Although mortally wounded, Deputy Wilson was able to return fire and killed the suspect.
Deputy Wilson was survived by his wife five children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; Winchester
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 Reflections96 years have passed since you made the ultimate sacrifice, Never forgotten Thank you for your service to the Citizens of Anderson County.
Retired Deputy Sheriff J.H. Brown, Anderson County Sheriffs Office. South Carolina
April 20, 2022
