Perry County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Saturday, February 10, 1940
Add to My HeroesElhanon Jones
Deputy Sheriff Elhanon Jones was shot and killed after arresting a subject at a roadhouse near Duane, Kentucky.
He was leaving the roadhouse with his prisoner when he was shot. The roadhouse operator was also shot and severely wounded.
The 34-year-old suspect was arrested, convicted of murder, and sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Deputy Jones was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 15 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Jones,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Perry County.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 10, 2020
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