Constable Elijah Chenault

Elijah Chenault

Constable Elijah Chenault was killed when he was struck over the head with a stick while attempting to seize property from a woman who had failed to pay a debt.

A struggle ensued, during which the woman struck him over the head, causing a fatal wound.

The subject was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to one year in jail and fined $85. The fine was later dismissed by President James Monroe after she served her jail term.

Constable Chenault had served as a constable for Alexandria off and on for over 25 years. He was survived by his wife and several children.