Harlan County Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Tuesday, August 26, 1924
Add to My HeroesMelvin Gregory
Patrolman Melvin Gregory was shot and killed from ambush while speaking with a boy in Harlan. The suspect was arrested, convicted of murder, and sentenced to life. He was pardoned August 25, 1927, by Governor William J. Fields after the judge in the case said he thought the suspect was innocent.
It was believed that he was slain in revenge for his efforts to arrest bootleggers in the county.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Gregory,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harlan.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 26, 2024
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