Sumner County Sheriff's Office, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, September 2, 1884
Add to My HeroesEdward Scotten
Deputy Scotten succumbed to a gunshot wound received three weeks earlier when he was attempting to stop several cowboys from shooting up the town. He was shot in the neck, causing paralysis until his death.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, August 12, 1884
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Scotten,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Sumner County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 2, 2024
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