Sheriff James Davis McKinnie, Jr., Hardeman County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee

Sheriff James Davis McKinnie, Jr.

Hardeman County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee

End of Watch Friday, July 26, 1974

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James Davis McKinnie, Jr.

Sheriff James McKinnie was killed when the patrol car he was riding in was struck by a drunk driver at the intersection of Highway 100 and Vildo Road.

The driver of the other vehicle was arrested and charged with second degree murder, driving while intoxicated, and failing to yield right of way.

Sheriff McKinnie was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and had served as sheriff for two years. He was survived by his wife and eight children. His wife was appointed to complete his term as sheriff.

Sheriff McKinnie is buried in Hebron Cemetery, Bolivar, Tennessee.

Bio

Age 50
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Charged with murder

Impaired Driver

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I was 5 years old when you passed. But God rest your soul uncle James. Aunt Birdie was buried with honors for taking over your roll as Sherriff. We just lost another family member that you just received in heaven. Birdie's sister Mary Sue. That leaves one of 10, my mom Shirley.

Tony Mathis
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October 30, 2024

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