Cochise County Sheriff's Department, Arizona
End of Watch Thursday, April 6, 1899
Add to My HeroesChet L. Ainsworth
Deputy Sheriff Chet Ainsworth and Deputy Sherriff Ted "Sid" Moore were shot and killed by two brothers in Tombstone, Arizona. The two brothers ambushed Deputy Ainsworth and Deputy Moore, who was assisting him, as they waited outside of a home to speak with them about stolen cattle.
The outlaws escaped to New Mexico but a posse from Tombstone chased them and captured them. Both suspects were executed by hanging in November 1900.
Deputy Ainsworth also served as a Constable.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed in 1900
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On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cochise County.
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