Sheriff William Roy Posey

Sheriff William Roy Posey | Winston County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
Winston County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
Sheriff William Roy Posey

Winston County Sheriff's Office, Alabama

End of Watch Tuesday, September 7, 1954

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William Roy Posey

Sheriff William Posey suffered a fatal heart attack while raiding a liquor still. The still was in an area of deep woods and steep terrain.

An ambulance was summoned when he began complaining of chest pains, but because of the remote area, they could not reach him. Other officers and paramedics had to carry him on a stretcher to the waiting ambulance.

Sheriff Posey had served with the Winston County Sheriff's Office for 3 years. He was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

  • Age 48
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Heart attack

alcohol violation

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Sheriff Posey,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Winston County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 7, 2024

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