Deputy Sheriff John Wooton

Deputy Sheriff John Wooton

Leslie County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Tuesday, November 6, 1934

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John Wooton

Deputy John Wooton was shot and killed after an election dispute near Big Creek.

Despite being mortally wounded, Deputy Wooton was able to return fire and fatally wounded the suspect.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed

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Deputy Sheriff Wooten,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Leslie County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 6, 2024

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