Breathitt County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, February 5, 1940
Add to My HeroesJerry Combs
Deputy Jerry Combs was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two men who were creating a disturbance at the Federal Surplus Commodities Office.
Both men were arrested and charged with murder. The 26-year-old shooter was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. He was paroled on July 18, 1946.
Deputy Combs was survived by his wife and eight children.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Paroled in 1946
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Combs,
On today, the 85th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens f Breathitt County.
BPA Mike Casey
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February 5, 2025
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