Breathitt County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, May 28, 1933
Add to My HeroesMorgan Pelfrey
Deputy Sheriff Morgan Pelfrey was shot and killed while attempting to remove a drunk man from a large memorial service at a cemetery in War Creek.
The man's father started arguing with Deputy Pelfrey and then pulled out a handgun. The man and Deputy Pelfrey exchanged shots and both were killed.
Deputy Pelfrey had served with the Breathitt County Sheriff's Office for several years. He was survived by his wife and several children.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Pelfrey,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Breathitt County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
May 28, 2023
