Versailles Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, August 10, 1874
Add to My HeroesJohn G. Duff
Officer Duff was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a horse thief.
Officer Duff was a Confederate Civil War Veteran. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Duff,
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 Versailles.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 10, 2024
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