Deputy Sheriff George Matthew Myers

Deputy Sheriff George Matthew Myers | Greenville County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
Greenville County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
Deputy Sheriff George Matthew Myers

Greenville County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina

End of Watch Wednesday, September 22, 1926

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George Matthew Myers

Deputy Sheriff George Myers was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man who was wanted on a domestic abuse warrant, and was a suspect in a shooting.

Deputy Myers spotted the suspect walking on Hampton Avenue and approached him. As Deputy Myers pulled up to him the man drew a .38-caliber revolver and fired twice at Deputy Myers, killing him.

The killer escaped from a mental hospital before his trial and was never captured.

Bio

  • Age 47
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
  • Offender Escaped
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98 years ago you passed. The great grandfather I never knew. Your memory is preserved. You are remembered. I hope you look down and are proud.

Deputy Chief Arthur Myers
COC Police

September 21, 2024

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