Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt

Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt | United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt | United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt | United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt | United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
Sheriff Jefferson Davis Surratt

United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government

End of Watch Wednesday, December 5, 1900

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Jefferson Davis Surratt

Sheriff Jeff Surratt was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a drunk man in Sanbois County.

On December 3rd, 1900, Sheriff Surratt found one of his deputies drunk. While he was trying to calm him down, the deputy drew his gun and shot him. He died two days later.

His deputy was jailed for his murder.

Sheriff Surratt was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 40
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Location Oklahoma
  • Incident Date Monday, December 3, 1900
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Apprehended

alcohol violation

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Sheriff Surratt,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 5, 2025

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