Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst

Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst | Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst | Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst | Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst | Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Deputy Sheriff William Erastus Whitehurst

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Tuesday, July 4, 1893

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William Erastus Whitehurst

Deputy Sheriff William Whitehurst was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a drunk man who was causing a public disturbance.

As he struggled with the original suspect, another man opened fire on him, killing him. The suspect was acquitted.

He was survived by his parents and six siblings.

Bio

  • Age 23
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Acquitted

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Deputy Sheriff Whitehurst,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hillsborough County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

July 4, 2023

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