Deputy Sheriff Bige Gross, Harlan County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Deputy Sheriff Bige Gross

Harlan County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Sunday, April 15, 1934

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Bige Gross

Deputy Sheriff Bige Gross was shot and killed on the courthouse steps by another deputy who was seeking revenge over a previous shooting.

Deputy Gross had previously fatally shot the other deputy's half-brother while attempting to arrest him. The deputy was seeking revenge against Deputy Gross for the incident.

The deputy was arrested by the county sheriff and charged with murder.

Deputy Gross was survived by his wife and four children.

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Age 36
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Arrested

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Deputy Sheriff Gross,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harlan County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 15, 2024