Deputy Sheriff Walter Eldridge, Harlan County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Deputy Sheriff Walter Eldridge

Harlan County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Friday, March 1, 1929

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Walter Eldridge

Deputy Sheriff Walter Eldridge was shot and killed along Baily Creek in Evarts while attempting to arrest a man for being drunk in public.

The man opened fire on Deputy Eldridge, killing him. Deputy Eldridge's son returned fire and killed the subject.

Bio

Age 45
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Deputy Sheriff Eldridge,
On today, the 96th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harlan County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 1, 2025