Constable Samuel Newton Fannin

Samuel Newton Fannin

Constable Newton Fannin was shot and killed on 15th Street in Ashland while attempting to quell an argument on election night.

Two men from different political parties were arguing about the day's election and Constable Fannin was called to intervene. As he attempted to arrest both men one of them opened fire, striking Constable Fannin twice.

Both men were charged with Constable Fannin's murder. One escaped from jail prior to the trial and the second was acquitted.

Constable Fannin was survived by his wife.