United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Justice Services, U.S. Government
End of Watch Wednesday, December 5, 1900
Add to My HeroesJefferson 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
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View all 5 ReflectionsSheriff 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.
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