Dallas County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Monday, June 12, 1944
Add to My HeroesWilliam E. Atkinson
Deputy Sheriff William Atkinson was killed when his vehicle was forced off of the roadway and overturned in a creek as he was chasing bootleggers.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Atkinson,
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 Dallas County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 12, 2024
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