McCreary County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, March 24, 1949
Add to My HeroesGrover Dewey Kennedy
Deputy Sheriff Dewey Kennedy was shot and killed in an ambush while on patrol.
An occupant in a vehicle driving past his location opened fire on him, fatally wounding him. The suspects were never apprehended.
Deputy Kennedy had served with the McCreary County Sheriff's Office for 1 year. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Kennedy,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of McCreary County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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March 24, 2024
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