Police Officer Henry Bluford, Newberry Police Department, South Carolina

Police Officer Henry Bluford

Newberry Police Department, South Carolina

End of Watch Monday, October 19, 1874

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Henry Bluford

Police Officer Henry Bluford was shot and killed while attempting to end a riot.

He died at the scene.

The suspect was indicted for murder and acquitted in 1875.

Police Officer Bluford had served with the Newberry Police Department for ten months. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.

Bio

Age 50
Tour 10 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

civil unrest

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Officer Bluford,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Newberry.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 19, 2024