Bell County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, February 17, 1902
Add to My HeroesCharles Cecil
Deputy Sheriff Charles Cecil and Posseman John Doyle were shot and killed at a saloon near Middlesboro as they attempted to arrest several subjects who had stolen mules.
As they arrived on the scene with several possemen the bartender opened fire from a window killing Deputy Cecil. His companions returned fire killing the bartender. In an ensuing gun battle Posseman Doyle and several suspects were killed. Several others escaped.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Shot and killed
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Posseman John Doyle
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EOW: February 17, 1902
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View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Cecil,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bell County.
R.I.P.
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