Leslie County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, April 28, 1898
Add to My HeroesHenry M. Coots
Deputy Sheriff Henry Coots was shot and killed while attempting to arrest an escapee from the county jail.
He was shot after locating the man at a farmhouse along Cutshin Creek. The man was arrested by a posse and returned to the county jail.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Coots,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Leslie County.
R.I.P.
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