Deputy Sheriff Charles E. Smith, Strafford County Sheriff's Office, New Hampshire

Deputy Sheriff Charles E. Smith

Strafford County Sheriff's Office, New Hampshire

End of Watch Saturday, May 23, 1891

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Charles E. Smith

Deputy Sheriff Charles Smith succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained nearly one month earlier as he and several citizens attempted to arrest a man who had stolen two horses and a buggy.

When the posse located the man, he fled and started firing at them. The posse returned fire, wounding the suspect, who then fell to the ground. As Deputy Smith approached, the man opened fire, striking him in the abdomen. Despite being seriously wounded, Deputy Smith subdued the man and the posse took him into custody.

Deputy Smith's wound became infected, causing his death on May 23, 1891. The suspect escaped from the county jail before the trial was held and was never recaptured.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Friday, May 1, 1891
Weapon Handgun
Offender Escaped

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Deputy Smith, it has been 133 years since you were taken from us. New Hampshire law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

May 23, 2024