Deputy Constable Silas Johnson, Floyd County Constable's Office, Kentucky

Deputy Constable Silas Johnson

Floyd County Constable's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Sunday, July 30, 1944

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Silas Johnson

Deputy Constable Silas Johnson was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant on a man in Wheelwright.

As Deputy Johnson approached the man's home he was shot in the chest with a .22 caliber rifle. The man had been wanted on charges of drunkenness, resisting arrest, and brandishing a weapon. He was charged with murder in connection with Deputy Johnson's death.

The suspect was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 15 years.

Deputy Johnson was survived by his wife, four children, and five siblings.

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Age 36
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
Offender Sentenced to 15 years

warrant service

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Deputy Constable Johnson,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Floyd County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 30, 2024