Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Idaho
End of Watch Monday, January 5, 1981
Add to My HeroesWilson Conley Elms
Game Warden Conley Elms and Game Warden William Pogue were shot and killed while attempting to arrest a poacher at a campsite along the South Fork in Owyhee County.
The suspect was captured 15 months later. He was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 30 years. Despite escaping prison and being on the run for a year, he was released from prison in February 2005.
Warden Elms had served with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game for three years. He was survived by his wife and brother, who also served as an Idaho Department of Fish and Game conservation officer.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Released in February 2005
Most Recent Reflection
View all 36 ReflectionsAs years go by, many officers have now spent a career walking in your and Conley's shadow...including me. Your sacrifice made us, and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game better in so many ways. We never met but thank you for all you taught me about public service and being a game warden. RIP Brother
Regional CO George R Fischer
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
April 16, 2024