Warren County Sheriff's Office, Mississippi
End of Watch Tuesday, May 11, 1943
Add to My HeroesSamuel Jasper Luckett
Deputy Luckett was shot and killed when he and another deputy went to a home to serve a warrant. As Deputy Luckett read the warrant to the suspect he suddenly drew a pistol and shot him. The suspect was captured by state troopers later that night near Vicksburg.
The 44-year-old suspect was convicted of murder and executed by electrocution on May 19, 1944.
Deputy Luckett was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Executed in 1944
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsChief Deputy Luckett,
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 Warren 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 11, 2023
