Shasta County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, May 27, 1885
Add to My HeroesJames A. Greenlee
Deputy Sheriff James Greenlee was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant on a man wanted for murder at Lookout in Big Valley.
The suspect opened fire on Deputy Greenlee, striking him in the head. A man with Deputy Greenlee returned fire mortally wounding the suspect who died four days later.
Deputy Greenlee was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Greenlee,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Shasta County.
BPA Mike Casey
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