Greenbrier County Sheriff's Office, West Virginia
End of Watch Sunday, November 22, 1931
Add to My HeroesJoseph Myles
Deputy Myles was shot and killed after warning patrons of a dance hall to quiet down. As he and his companion left they were fired upon and struck by a shotgun blast. Deputy Myles was killed at the scene and his companion died the following day.
Two men were arrested and taken to the Greenbrier County Jail. Several days later a mob of 60 citizens removed them from the jail and lynched them on a public street.
Deputy Myles was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Lynched by mob
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Myles,
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 Greenbriers County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
November 22, 2021
